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This bill adds vehicles operated by county or municipal park rangers to the definition of "emergency vehicle" under Missouri law. Specifically, it modifies section 304.022 to expand the list of vehicles considered emergency vehicles to include state, county, or municipal park ranger vehicles. This means that park ranger vehicles will now have certain privileges typically afforded to emergency vehicles, such as the ability to park in restricted areas, proceed past red lights or stop signs after slowing down, and exceed speed limits when responding to emergencies. The change aims to provide park rangers with additional operational flexibility when responding to urgent situations. The bill is part of a larger legislative package that makes numerous technical amendments to various sections of Missouri law, and it reflects a recognition of the potentially dangerous nature of park rangers' work and the need to support their ability to respond quickly to emergencies.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

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