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MO HB1358

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/18/2012

Primary Sponsor

Chuck Gatschenberger

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals and re-enacts 29 sections of Missouri law relating to political subdivisions, counties, cities, and special districts with various modifications and clarifications.

  • Allows the Secretary of State to contract with nonprofit organizations to print and distribute copies of the official state manual ("Blue Book") with cost recovery through user fees.

  • Creates new provisions for law enforcement districts in certain counties, including simplified procedures for voter petition-based tax repeal (10% of registered voters) and updated terminology throughout the statute.

  • Establishes lateral sewer service line repair fees (up to $4/month) for residential properties with voter approval, with collected funds restricted to repair and replacement costs and administration (capped at 5% annually).

  • Restricts municipalities from banning commercial vehicles from all streets, requiring at least one street with two-way traffic to remain available for commercial vehicle access to state highways.

  • Prohibits civil nuisance claims based on legal vehicle use on public streets or highways, while preserving liability for physical injury to persons.

Legislative Description

Changes the laws regarding political subdivisions

Last Action

Reported Do Pass (H)

4/18/2012

Committee Referrals

Rules3/7/2012
Local Government2/29/2012

Full Bill Text

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