SCS HCS HB 1403 -- AMUSEMENT RIDES

This bill changes the laws regarding amusement rides and
amusement parks.  In its main provisions, the bill:

(1)  Expands the definition of "amusement ride" to include dry
slides over 20 feet tall, bungee cord attractions, and climbing
walls over 10 feet tall;

(2)  Authorizes the Department of Public Safety to conduct spot
inspections of amusement rides without notice whenever the ride
is operating and provides for suspension when unsafe conditions
are disclosed and reinstatement upon correction and reinspection;

(3)  Changes the allocation of collected inspection fees from the
General Revenue Fund to the Elevator Safety Fund; and

(4)  Makes it a class B misdemeanor to knowingly make false
statements or representations in documents required in the laws
governing amusement rides.

The bill becomes effective January 1, 2005.

Missouri House of Representatives
92nd General Assembly, 2nd Regular Session
Last Updated September 23, 2004 at 11:15 am