The proposed bill seeks to amend chapter 407 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri by introducing two new sections, 407.652 and 407.653, which establish product repair requirements and associated penalties. Section 407.652 defines key terms such as "authorized repair provider," "documentation," "embedded software," and "service parts," among others. It outlines the rights of product owners and independent repair providers to access diagnostic and repair information, as well as the obligation of manufacturers to provide this information on fair and reasonable terms. Additionally, it stipulates that manufacturers must not withhold necessary information for security-related functions and clarifies that trade secrets are exempt from disclosure. Section 407.653 further details the rights of product owners and independent repair providers, including the ability to purchase diagnostic tools and service parts under specified conditions. It establishes a complaint process for instances where manufacturers fail to provide required information, allowing for legal recourse if issues are not resolved. The bill also includes a penalty provision, stating that violations will incur a fine of $500, which will be directed to the local school fund. Notably, the bill exempts manufacturers of medical devices and central station security systems from these requirements, ensuring that specific industries are not impacted by the new regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (4358H.01): 407.652, 407.653