MO HB228

School districts may install automated school bus safety cameras on buses to detect violations of section 304.050 (passing a stopped school bus) if approved by the school board; districts are not required to use cameras and are held harmless from liability.

Cameras may only photograph the vehicle, license plate, and violations in progress, and must not reveal driver or passenger faces.

Violation notices must be mailed to the registered vehicle owner within 14 days, with photographic evidence admissible in court; the registered owner is presumed liable unless they prove the vehicle was stolen or in someone else's care.

Revenue from violations, minus administration and operating costs, goes to the school district for school safety zones, pedestrian safety projects, and camera costs.

Rental car businesses have 18 days to identify the driver, provide proof of vehicle theft, or pay the penalty to avoid liability; the Department of Transportation may promulgate necessary regulations.