HB 242 -- Glass Containers

Co-Sponsors:  Barnitz, Kuessner, Jetton, Hampton, Ransdall

Effective January 1, 2004, this bill prohibits the possession of
glass food or beverage containers within 50 feet of a navigable
waterway, except in designated camps and picnic areas or in
vehicles on designated roads and parking areas.  Violators will
be issued warnings from January 1 to December 31, 2004;
thereafter, violators are subject to fines of up to $500.
On-duty public officials, people on private lands, and
individuals with permits specifically authorizing use of glass
containers are exempt.

Missouri House of Representatives
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