Bill > HB1368

This bill establishes the "Private Security Camera Incentive Program" within the Missouri Department of Public Safety, which will provide financial assistance through rebates or vouchers to eligible residents in designated high-crime or "priority areas" to purchase and install outdoor security camera systems. Qualified applicants include individuals who are 65 or older, have a disability, or have household incomes at or below 150% of the federal poverty level or 60% of the state median income. The program will begin issuing rebates in January 2027, with a dedicated reimbursement fund created to support the initiative. Before implementation, the department must establish methodologies for identifying priority areas, defining camera standards, and managing recorded image data. Importantly, the program has a sunset provision that will automatically terminate the program after six years unless reauthorized by the state legislature. Rebates will not exceed the purchase cost of the security camera, and recipients must agree to use the camera only on their own property. The bill requires the department to develop specific rules and regulations for program administration, with the ultimate goal of improving safety and security for vulnerable populations in high-risk areas.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1368&year=2025&code=R