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MO HB414

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/8/2015

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Austin

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Injured parties must provide written or oral notice to the amusement park or ride owner/operator within 2 business days of the injury, including location, time, and circumstances

  • A second written notice is required within 30 days of the injury, though this is waived if written notice was already provided in the initial 2-day notification

  • Notice requirements are completely waived if emergency services responded to the scene to treat injuries

  • Amusement parks must display a prominent sign at the main entrance (letters 1-6 inches in height) informing visitors of the 2-business-day notification requirement and providing a phone number

  • No lawsuit for damages from defective or unsafe conditions on park property or rides may proceed unless these notification requirements are met

Legislative Description

Prohibits an action against an amusement park owner or operator for damages or injuries sustained due to a defect or unsafe condition unless notification is given within certain time frames

Last Action

Referred: Trade and Tourism(H)

5/15/2015

Committee Referrals

Trade and Tourism5/15/2015

Full Bill Text

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