Bill > HB2257

This bill establishes a comprehensive "right to repair" law for farm, construction, and forestry machinery in Missouri, ensuring that owners and independent repair providers have access to the same diagnostic information, service parts, tools, and documentation that manufacturers provide to their authorized repair providers. The legislation defines key terms such as "embedded software," "independent repair provider," and "fair and reasonable terms," and requires manufacturers to make diagnostic and repair information available at equitable prices, including firmware updates, service passwords, and technical documentation. The bill mandates that manufacturers provide access to diagnostic tools, remote diagnostic capabilities, and security-related information needed to repair equipment, while protecting trade secrets. Owners and independent repair providers can seek legal recourse if manufacturers fail to comply, with a 30-day cure period and potential fines of $10,000 per violation, which would be distributed to schools. The law applies to products that depend on digital electronics and does not apply to products under active warranty. Importantly, the bill aims to give consumers and independent repair shops more flexibility in maintaining and repairing their machinery, potentially reducing repair costs and extending the life of expensive equipment.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2257&year=2026&code=R