HB 684 -- Operation of Motor Vehicles

Co-Sponsors:  Jones, Crawford

This bill establishes a state maximum speed limit within a school
zone of 25 miles per hour.  This speed limit will be in force 30
minutes before, during, and 30 minutes after the period of time
when students are arriving or leaving a regularly scheduled
school session.  The governing body of any county or municipality
may establish a speed limit or school zone hours more stringent
than otherwise established by law if it finds, in conjunction
with the school board, that a lower limit or extended time period
is needed to promote public safety.

The bill adds language to the model traffic ordinance requiring
that bicycle lanes not be obstructed by a motor vehicle or be
driven on except for law enforcement purposes.  Bicyclists or
motorcyclists must also exercise proper precaution for
pedestrians.

The bill also establishes provisions for assessing points on
driver's licenses and the liability for liquidated compensatory
damages on persons operating a motor vehicle who intentionally,
recklessly, or negligently collide with a pedestrian, cyclist, or
motorcyclist causing personal injury.

Missouri House of Representatives
Last Updated July 25, 2003 at 10:12 am