Bill > HB42

This bill changes Missouri law to more strictly regulate the buying and selling of catalytic converters and other scrap metals. It requires dealers who purchase scrap metals, including detached catalytic converters, to maintain detailed transaction records for at least 36 months, which must include the seller's photo identification, personal details, transaction specifics, vehicle license plate number, and for catalytic converters, the vehicle identification number (VIN) from which the converter was removed. The bill mandates that catalytic converters can only be purchased at a fixed business location and cannot be altered or destroyed for five business days after acquisition. Additionally, the law imposes escalating financial penalties for licensed businesses that knowingly purchase stolen catalytic converters: a $5,000 fine for the first violation, a $10,000 fine for the second violation, and license revocation for the third violation. The law provides exemptions for transactions involving established businesses with existing relationships with scrap metal dealers, particularly when payments are made by check or electronic transfer and proper identification is provided. These provisions aim to reduce catalytic converter theft by creating a more transparent and traceable purchasing process.

Government Affairs, Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB42&year=2025&code=R