Bill > SB1283

This bill establishes legal protections for motocross facility operators by defining and limiting their liability for injuries or deaths that occur during motocross activities. The bill defines key terms such as "motocross vehicle" (a motorized two-wheel vehicle), "motocross facility" (an area created for motocross recreation), and "inherent risks" (which include natural hazards, weather conditions, operator error, and animal attacks). Under this legislation, facility operators would generally be immune from lawsuits related to injuries or deaths resulting from these inherent risks. However, operators can still be held liable if they intentionally injure a participant, act negligently, provide unsafe equipment, or fail to use reasonable care. The bill requires facility operators to post warning signs in clearly visible locations explaining that they are not liable for inherent risks under Missouri law. The legislation would not apply to employer-employee relationships and does not limit existing legal defenses. The provisions would take effect on August 28, 2026, and would not retroactively affect prior claims.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.senate.mo.gov/26info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=236