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Iowa lawmakers advance right-to-repair bill for farm equipment, ensuring fair access to parts and tools.
The Iowa House Agriculture Committee advanced HSB 751 on February 19, 2026, a bill requiring equipment manufacturers to provide farmers and independent repair shops with access to repair parts, tools, software, and documentation at fair, reasonable prices.
Introduced by Rep. Derek Wulf, R-Hudson, the legislation aims to reduce repair costs and downtime by expanding right-to-repair access.
An amendment addressed dealer concerns by ensuring terms match those offered to authorized dealers and do not exceed manufacturer suggested retail prices.
The bill passed 18-5 and moves forward, alongside measures to expand raw milk sales, allow cottage foods in grocery stores, and support farm-to-table events.
Los legisladores de Iowa avanzan en un proyecto de ley sobre el derecho a la reparación de equipos agrícolas, asegurando el acceso justo a piezas y herramientas.