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MO SB1299
Bill
Status
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
Rick Brattin
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AI Summary
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Requires vehicles on multi-lane highways to drive in the right-hand lane except when passing, turning left, or following traffic signs, with violations subject to a minimum $300 fine
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Requires drivers on two-lane roads outside urban areas to pull off the roadway when five or more vehicles are immediately following them, with a $100 fine for non-compliance
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Establishes tiered penalties for lane violations: Class C misdemeanor normally, Class B misdemeanor if causing immediate threat of accident, Class A misdemeanor if an accident results
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Prohibits trucks over 48,000 pounds gross weight from using the far left lane on interstate highways, freeways, or expressways in urbanized areas with three or more lanes
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Exempts fines from left-lane and slow-driver pullover violations from the municipal revenue cap that limits traffic fine revenue to 20-30% of a municipality's general operating budget
Legislative Description
Modifies provisions relating to traffic offenses
Last Action
Second Read and Referred S Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety Committee
1/27/2026