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MO HB581
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/20/2015
Primary Sponsor
Dave Muntzel
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AI Summary
- Missouri State Highway Patrol officers must call towing companies from an official rotation list at accident scenes, and may dismiss tow trucks that arrive without being called
- Out-of-state towing companies are prohibited unless a state/federal emergency is declared or the vehicle owner specifically requests one
- Tow truck operators who tow vehicles without authorization face escalating penalties: Class D misdemeanor for first offense, Class A misdemeanor for second, and Class D felony for third or subsequent violations
- Towing companies must maintain storage lots of at least 2,000 square feet with 7-foot minimum fencing, be open 8 hours daily (7am-7pm Monday-Friday), and carry at least $500,000 in liability insurance per incident
- Initial tows must remain in Missouri unless the vehicle owner authorizes out-of-state transport, and certain tows cannot be dispatched through third-party systems unless hired by the towing company
Legislative Description
Changes the laws regarding tow truck company requirements
Last Action
Public Hearing Scheduled, Bill not Heard (H)
3/16/2015
Committee Referrals
Emerging Issues2/11/2015
Full Bill Text
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