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Should Farmers Have a Right to Repair Their Own Tractors and Equipment?

The bill would require makers to provide parts, tools, and software for farm-equipment repair. Supporters cite cost and independence; opponents cite safety and intellectual property. Where do you land?

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The case for

Repair access would let farmers and independent shops fix equipment faster and more cheaply.

Source: PIRG

The case against

Manufacturers argue mandated access raises safety, emissions-compliance, and intellectual-property concerns.

Source: AEM

My Democracy doesn’t take a side — you choose your position below, and your message carries it. Sources represent one organization on each side; they don’t reflect My Democracy’s position.

This campaign is about this bill

H.R. 5857: FARM Act

What it does

The FARM Act would establish or modify federal policies related to agricultural practices, farming operations, or rural communities in the United States.

Sponsor: Rep. Perez, Marie Gluesenkamp [D-WA-3] (D-WA)Cosponsors: 3

Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (Oct 28, 2025)

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