Establishes the "Auto Theft Prevention Program" within the Department of Public Safety

HB 1420 establishes Missouri's "Auto Theft Prevention Program" within the Department of Public Safety, creating an Auto Theft Prevention Commission to manage grant funding. The program provides grants to local law enforcement agencies, multijurisdiction task forces, and other qualified applicants to prevent, investigate, and prosecute auto theft and related crimes. Key provisions include funding for equipment, personnel, specialized training, public awareness campaigns, and support for prosecutors handling vehicle-related cases. The commission prioritizes multijurisdictional programs and requires grant applications to detail specific prevention or investigation efforts, such as reducing theft through task forces or combating insurance fraud.