MO HB1429

Creates a "School Bus Safety Assistance Fund" through surcharges on motor vehicle moving violations, with funds allocated to school districts based on financial need (assessed valuation divided by weighted average daily attendance).

Requires all school buses purchased new on or after January 1, 2011, to be equipped with lap-shoulder safety belts on each passenger seat meeting federal standards (49 CFR 571.208).

Mandates that all passengers on equipped school buses wear properly adjusted and fastened safety belts while the bus is in operation, with designated seating positions required.

Provides liability protection for the state, counties, school districts, bus operators, and their agents or employees if a passenger is injured due to non-use or misuse of safety belts.

Imposes a $15 surcharge on each motor vehicle moving violation, with collected revenues credited to the School Bus Safety Assistance Fund.