Bill > HB705

This bill allows motorcycles to engage in "lane filtering," which is defined as driving between rows of stopped or slow-moving vehicles traveling in the same direction, under specific safety conditions. Motorcyclists are permitted to overtake and pass vehicles within the same lane or between lanes, but only if they are traveling no more than 10 miles per hour over the traffic flow and not exceeding 25 miles per hour. The bill explicitly prohibits "lane splitting," which involves driving between lanes of fast-moving vehicles. To protect motorcyclists, the bill makes it an infraction for other motor vehicle drivers to intentionally obstruct or prevent a motorcycle from lane filtering. Additionally, the Missouri State Highway Patrol is authorized to develop educational guidelines to ensure the safety of motorcycle operators and surrounding drivers during lane filtering. This legislation aims to provide clear rules for motorcyclists navigating through congested traffic while maintaining safety standards.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB705&year=2025&code=R