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MO HB2753

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Christopher Warwick

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Counties and municipalities may establish designated "hospital zones" around hospitals with visible signage, setting a maximum speed limit of 30 mph within these zones

  • Courts may double fines for moving violations and speeding offenses committed within properly marked hospital zones displaying "Hospital Zone – Fines Doubled" signs

  • Creates new offense of "endangerment of a pedestrian in a hospital zone" (4 points, up to $500 fine) for speeding 15+ mph over the limit or committing serious traffic offenses like DUI, hit-and-run, or driving without a valid license

  • Creates "aggravated endangerment of a pedestrian in a hospital zone" offense (12 points) when violations result in pedestrian injury (up to $5,000 fine) or death (up to $10,000 fine), with license revocation

  • Department of Revenue must revoke licenses of drivers whose negligent acts contributed to striking a pedestrian in a hospital zone; drivers may seek reinstatement by retaking the driving exam or petitioning for a court hearing

Legislative Description

Allows counties and municipalities to establish "hospital zone'' and provides for the enhancement of penalties when driving offenses occur within such zones

Last Action

Referred: Rules - Legislative(H)

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules - Legislative3/3/2026
Corrections and Public Institutions2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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