Transportation (Vehicle Registration)

HB 2073 updates Missouri's vehicle registration rules for salvage vehicles by requiring the Department of Revenue to issue certificates that clearly label the vehicle type (e.g., "Reconstructed Motor Vehicle" or "Non-USA-Std Motor Vehicle"). The bill mandates that these certificates include current odometer readings, an annual odometer update notice, and specific details about prior ownership transfers. It also requires certificates to be designed to prevent alteration or forgery, potentially involving contracts with document security experts. This change directly affects owners of salvage vehicles seeking registration and modifies the state's vehicle title system.

HB 2208 establishes rules for operating fully autonomous vehicles (without human drivers) on public roads in this state. It requires these vehicles to achieve a "minimal risk condition" during system failures, submit law enforcement plans to the Department of Public Safety, and maintain proof of financial responsibility. The bill mandates special vehicle registration and titling identifying the vehicle as fully autonomous, while exempting them from human-driver-specific traffic laws during autonomous operation. These provisions directly affect companies operating self-driving vehicle fleets, ensuring safety protocols and accountability without restricting human control when needed.

HB 1695 revises Missouri's motor vehicle registration requirements, replacing outdated sections with new provisions. It requires vehicle owners to submit specific details (like VIN, manufacturer, and odometer readings) when registering, with special rules for vehicles under 10 years old and 150,000 miles: the director of revenue must retain odometer data for 10 years for business-use vehicles and certain other non-commercial vehicles. The bill also adds detailed procedures for reconstructed, salvage, or specially constructed vehicles, including documentation and examination requirements. Optional $1 donations to blindness education, organ donor, or Missouri Medal of Honor funds may be made during registration, but are not required. This primarily affects vehicle owners, dealers, and insurers handling registration or salvage claims.

The provided bill text does not match the title "Changes the law regarding firearm concealed carry permits." Instead, the bill describes regulations for the bi-state development agency's light rail system, including fare payment requirements and restrictions on items in transit. It defines terms like "conveyance" (e.g., light rail vehicles) and "facilities" (e.g., stations), and prohibits unauthorized use of fare media or entry into paid areas. The content focuses on public transportation rules, not firearm permits, indicating a mismatch between the title and actual provisions.

HJR 146 (despite its title mentioning "renaming," the actual bill text describes a constitutional amendment for fuel tax distribution). It directs that 10% of fuel tax proceeds go to a "County Aid Road Trust Fund" (with an additional 5% for cities outside counties), 15% to cities/towns for road work, and the remainder to the state road fund. Funds are distributed based on county road mileage, rural land valuation, and city population, with strict rules limiting use to roads, bridges, and related maintenance (not salaries or equipment). The bill also prohibits local taxes on fuel without voter approval and clarifies that these funds don't count toward state revenue limits. Note: The bill's title references "renaming the tax commission," but the text describes tax allocation - this discrepancy suggests a possible error in the provided context.