HB 1606 Missouri House · 2025 Regular Session

Modifies provisions relating to regulatory sandbox innovative offerings

HB 1606 creates a "regulatory sandbox" program allowing businesses to temporarily test innovative products or services with reduced regulatory requirements. It directly affects companies developing new commercial offerings (excluding AI, cryptocurrency, or utility services) that fall under state regulatory agencies. The program, administered by the Department of Economic Development, lets approved participants demonstrate innovations under temporary waivers of specific state rules while protecting consumers. Key provisions define terms like "innovative offering" (new technology or methods for products/services) and specify which agencies oversee the program.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 28, 2025 Last action May 15, 2025
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