Bill > HB1559

This bill modifies the existing law regarding utility vehicle (UV) operation in Missouri, primarily expanding where and how these vehicles can be driven. Previously restricted from numbered highways, the bill now allows UVs to operate on non-numbered highways under specific conditions. Utility vehicles must be driven by licensed operators, maintain proper insurance, and follow all traffic laws. The bill preserves existing exceptions for governmental, agricultural, and handicapped use, and adds new requirements for UV operation on non-numbered highways. Drivers must have a valid operator's license, observe traffic rules, and cannot operate UVs between sunset and sunrise without proper lighting. The bill maintains safety restrictions, prohibiting careless driving and operation under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances. Passengers are generally not allowed, except for agricultural purposes or in multi-seat vehicles. Violations will be considered a class C misdemeanor, with potential civil penalties up to $1,000 per day. The bill aims to provide more flexibility for utility vehicle use while maintaining safety standards and regulatory oversight.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB1559&year=2025&code=R