HB 3491 requires foreign applicants for commercial driver's licenses to demonstrate sufficient English proficiency to converse with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to officials, and complete reports. It directly affects non-U.S. citizen commercial drivers seeking or holding licenses in this state. Violations result in fines ($1,000 for drivers, $3,000 for carriers) and misdemeanor charges (class D for first offense, class B for repeat offenses), with drivers prohibited from operating commercial vehicles until meeting language standards. The bill also mandates verifying lawful U.S. presence before issuing licenses, effective July 1, 2005, as part of compliance with federal laws.
HB 3220 modifies learner's permit rules for drivers under 16. It requires applicants to complete 40 hours of supervised driving (including 10 nighttime hours) with parental permission, and mandates accompaniment by a licensed adult aged 21+ (or specific alternatives like instructors or designated relatives). The bill also requires a "PERMIT DRIVER" sticker on vehicles and verifies U.S. residency for permit applicants. These changes directly affect teen drivers and their supervising adults, focusing on structured training and safety compliance.
HB 3317 allows drivers facing license revocation for accumulating points (specifically when at least 40% of points come from speeding offenses) to instead install a certified intelligent speed assistance device in their vehicle. This device must be maintained for at least 12 months after reinstatement, avoiding the need for license revocation. The bill directly affects drivers whose license would otherwise be revoked under point accumulation rules, offering a technological alternative to traditional suspension. It does not change point accumulation rules but provides a new reinstatement pathway through device installation. The device must be certified and functional, with failure to maintain it leading to continued license restrictions.
HB 1740 updates the state's point system for driving violations, affecting drivers who accumulate points on their license record. It sets specific thresholds for license suspension (e.g., 8 points in 18 months) and revocation (12 points in 12 months), while allowing drivers to avoid full suspension by installing an alcohol interlock device in their vehicle. License reinstatement requires proof of financial responsibility (like insurance) and takes 30-90 days depending on prior suspensions, with shorter timelines for first-time offenses. The bill also clarifies that points cannot be reduced during suspension periods and mandates reinstatement fees for suspended drivers.
SB 1567 - This act establishes the "Missouri Integrated Safe Driving Program" to provide standardized driver education instruction and training for pupils in grades 9-12. The program shall include instruction on the safe operation of motor vehicles, the rules of the road, and applicable motor vehicle laws, including Missouri's driver licensing system. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) shall receive and review sample instructional lessons from recognized statewide professional organizations and school districts and shall make approved sample lessons available to school districts and charter schools. Beginning with the 2027–28 school year, school districts and charter schools may implement a plan adopting the program and may utilize the sample lessons provided by DESE. The program shall promote knowledge, attitudes, habits, and skills necessary for safe driving; address distracted driving as a significant traffic safety concern; explain law enforcement procedures during traffic stops; and provide current data regarding risky driving behaviors. Districts may require pupil participation in program-related lessons within existing courses, as provided in the act. The program shall not require pupils to physically operate a motor vehicle; nor shall the program be construed to prohibit school districts or charter schools from offering other elective driver education courses. This act is substantially similar to HB 2195 (2026). OLIVIA SHANNON
HB 2969 updates Missouri's motor vehicle registration and safety inspection rules. It requires owners of newer vehicles (under 10 years old with less than 150,000 miles) to provide odometer information, which the state will retain for 10 years. The bill also adds documentation requirements for reconstructed, salvage, or specially modified vehicles and mandates that insurance companies notify owners of these vehicle types after claims. Additionally, it offers voluntary $1 donations for blindness education or organ donor programs during registration, with a class B misdemeanor penalty for non-compliance. The changes primarily affect vehicle owners, insurers, and the state's revenue office during registration processes.
HB 2741 requires commercial drivers applying for a license to demonstrate sufficient English proficiency to converse with the public, understand traffic signs, respond to officials, and complete reports. It makes operating a commercial vehicle without this proficiency a class D misdemeanor (first offense) or class B misdemeanor (repeat), with fines up to $1,000 for drivers and $3,000 for carriers. Drivers must achieve proficiency before operating commercially again, and carriers face penalties for employing non-compliant drivers. The bill directly affects foreign applicants and commercial drivers seeking or holding licenses in the state. It modifies existing requirements to add language proficiency as a mandatory qualification for commercial driver's licenses.
HB 2742 increases penalties for drivers who fail to stop for a school bus by adding 5 points to their license for this violation. It also allows school districts to install cameras on school buses to detect such failures, but only when the bus is actively loading or unloading students (stop arm extended and lights activated). School districts must approve camera use through a board vote, and footage can only be used as evidence for the violation - unrelated footage cannot be retained. The bill does not require districts to install cameras, only offers this option as a safety tool.
HB 2743 modifies Missouri's motor vehicle registration requirements by requiring the Director of Revenue to retain odometer readings for 10 years for certain newer vehicles (model year 2013 or newer with under 150,000 miles). It creates specific procedures for rebuilt/salvage vehicles, mandating new certificates of ownership with additional documentation like photos or invoices. The bill also adds voluntary donation options during registration for blindness education, organ donation, and Missouri Medal of Honor funds, with applicants being asked about these contributions. These changes apply directly to vehicle owners registering cars, particularly those with newer models or rebuilt/salvage vehicles.
HB 3034 requires that autonomous vehicles operating on public roads in this state must have a licensed, trained driver physically present in the vehicle at all times who can immediately take control. The bill mandates that operators follow standard traffic safety rules, drive carefully at safe speeds, and avoid stunt driving. It directly affects autonomous vehicle operators, manufacturers, and drivers testing or using such vehicles on state roads. Violations would be punishable as misdemeanors, with higher penalties if an accident occurs. The bill establishes baseline safety requirements for autonomous vehicle operation without eliminating the need for a human driver.
