South Dakota farmers and independent repair shops would gain the legal right to repair their own agricultural equipment without manufacturer interference, including accessing diagnostic codes and repair information. The bill prevents equipment makers from using software locks or legal restrictions to force farmers to use only authorized dealerships for repairs on tractors, combines, and other farming machines with digital components. This new law applies to farm equipment but excludes regular motor vehicles and construction equipment.
House of Representatives Prime Sponsor Changed at the Request of the Prime Sponsor H.J. 333
Agriculture and Natural Resources Deferred to the 41st legislative day Passed, YEAS 9, NAYS 0. H.J. 26
Agriculture and Natural Resources Scheduled for hearing H.J. 1
House of Representatives Prime Sponsor Changed at the Request of the Prime Sponsor H.J. 246
First read in House and referred to House Agriculture and Natural Resources H.J. 217
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Agriculture and Natural Resources — Deferred to the 41st legislative day