Consumer Protection - As introduced, enacts the "Agricultural Right to Repair Act." - Amends TCA Title 43 and Title 47, Chapter 18.
SB 499, the "Agricultural Right to Repair Act," requires agricultural equipment manufacturers to provide parts, tools, and repair documentation to farmers and independent repair shops on "fair and reasonable terms." This means manufacturers cannot impose unreasonable restrictions like minimum part purchases, require extra contracts for documentation, or block access to software needed for repairs. The law applies to farm equipment (like tractors and harvesters) but excludes most vehicles and heavy construction machinery. It directly affects farmers, independent repair businesses, and equipment manufacturers in Tennessee by expanding repair options beyond manufacturer-approved shops.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 10, 2025
Last action Mar 10, 2026
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Total actions
10
Key actions
5
Committee
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Mar 10, 2026
Committee
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Commerce and Labor Committee
lower
Mar 4, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 3/10/2026
lower
Mar 3, 2026
Lower · Passed
Action deferred in Senate Commerce and Labor Committee to 3/10/2026
lower
Feb 24, 2026
Lower · Passed
Placed on Senate Commerce and Labor Committee calendar for 3/3/2026
lower
Mar 11, 2025
Lower · Passed
Recalled from Senate Health & Welfare Committee
lower
Mar 11, 2025
Lower · Passed
Refer to Senate Commerce & Labor Committee
lower
Feb 12, 2025
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Health and Welfare Committee
upper
Feb 10, 2025
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Sara Kyle
DDemocratic
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