Bill > HB2871

This bill amends Missouri law to grant owners and independent repair providers access to product repair information and parts from manufacturers. It defines key terms such as "authorized repair provider," "documentation," "embedded software" (which includes the operating instructions and updates for products), "fair and reasonable terms" for purchasing parts, "independent repair provider" (businesses not affiliated with a manufacturer that repair products), "manufacturer," "owner," "product" (excluding motor vehicles), "remote diagnostics" (for remote troubleshooting), "service parts" (replacement parts), and "trade secret." The bill establishes that owners have the right to access the same diagnostic and repair information, including technical updates and software, that manufacturers provide to their authorized repair providers, and to purchase service parts on fair and reasonable terms. It also allows authorized repair providers to obtain information in standardized formats if manufacturers offer more favorable terms to third-party providers. Furthermore, owners and independent repair providers can purchase diagnostic tools with the same capabilities as those used by manufacturers' staff or authorized providers. Manufacturers are not required to divulge trade secrets, and the bill clarifies that it does not override existing agreements between manufacturers and authorized repair providers, except in disputes. It outlines a process for reporting and addressing manufacturer non-compliance, with potential fines for violations, and includes specific exclusions for medical devices and central station security systems.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2871&year=2026&code=R