Virginia 2026 Session Status: Introduced

HB1324 — Farm Equipment Right to Repair Act; penalties, civil action.

Last action — Continued from last session

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House of Delegates
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced January 16, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a low chance of becoming law.

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Prognosis

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In plain language

The bill establishes a right to repair farm equipment and outlines related penalties and civil actions.

This bill allows farmers to repair their own equipment and sets penalties for violations. It also enables civil actions if the right to repair is denied.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This means workers in the agricultural sector may have better access to repairing their equipment, potentially reducing downtime.
  • Small Business: Small businesses that depend on farm equipment may benefit from lower repair costs and increased access to parts.

Summary

Farm Equipment Right to Repair Act; penalties, civil action.

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. H Continued to next session in Labor and Commerce (Voice Vote)

  2. H Placed on Labor and Commerce Agenda

  3. H Subcommittee recommends continuing to (Voice Vote)

  4. H Placed on Labor and Commerce Agenda

  5. H Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1324)

  6. H Assigned HCL sub: Subcommittee #2

  7. H Referred to Committee on Labor and Commerce

  8. H Presented and ordered printed 26104504D

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 147 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (147)

147 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Subjects

agriculture
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Frequently asked questions

What does HB1324 do?
Farm Equipment Right to Repair Act; penalties, civil action.
Who sponsors HB1324?
HB1324 is sponsored by Lily V. Franklin.
What is the current status of HB1324?
This bill has been introduced in the House of Delegates. Introduced January 16, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB1324?
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