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MO HB2164
Bill
Status
3/20/2014
Primary Sponsor
Jeanie Riddle
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AI Summary
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Amends Chapter 537, RSMo by adding Section 537.870 to limit liability for farm equipment manufacturers and owners.
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Provides immunity from liability for farm equipment manufacturers and owners if equipment has all legally-required safety features as of the manufacturing date, except in cases of willful/wanton misconduct, failure to disclose known dangerous conditions, or failure to exercise ordinary care.
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Establishes affirmative defenses in personal injury or death lawsuits including: assumed risk by the injured party, deliberate disregard of posted safety signs or warnings, or misuse of equipment beyond its intended purpose.
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Defines "farm equipment" by reference to the definition in Section 407.838.
Legislative Description
Limits the liability of manufacturers and owners of farm equipment if the equipment is equipped with all the safety features required by law as of the date of manufacture
Last Action
Public Hearing Scheduled, Bill not Heard (H)
4/8/2014