MO HB1952

Increases minimum surety bond or liability insurance requirement from $25,000 to $50,000 per occurrence for certified commercial pesticide applicators.

Eliminates requirement to furnish evidence of financial responsibility upon license renewal unless specifically requested by the director.

Requires surety bonds or liability insurance certificates be maintained at the business location and made available for inspection during regular business hours or provided to the director within ten working days of written request.

Mandates that surety companies or insurers notify the director within twenty days prior to any cancellation or reduction of coverage.

Specifies that if an applicator's employment is terminated or coverage ends, the applicator must immediately obtain individual surety bond or insurance coverage and maintain it at their licensed business location.