Bill > HB2206

This bill modifies several existing laws to address commercial practices, with a particular focus on regulating the buying, selling, and possession of catalytic converters and scrap metal. The bill introduces new requirements for businesses that purchase used vehicle parts, scrap metal, and catalytic converters, including mandatory record-keeping with detailed information about transactions, such as seller identification, vehicle information, and proof of lawful acquisition. The bill establishes stricter penalties for illegal possession and sale of detached catalytic converters, making it a class E felony. Additionally, the bill updates stealing and theft-related statutes to specifically address catalytic converter theft, creating a new offense of unlawful possession of a detached catalytic converter. The legislation also provides more detailed guidelines for salvage dealers, self-service storage facilities, and businesses that might receive solicitations that could be mistaken for bills. The bill aims to reduce vehicle-related property crimes, protect businesses and consumers, and create more transparent and accountable commercial practices, particularly in the automotive and scrap metal industries.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2206&year=2026&code=R