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Read. Follow. Verify.Missouri House Bill 1911 establishes the criminal offense of unlawful motor vehicle tracking
Last action · May 15, 2026: Referred: Emerging Issues(H)Sponsors: Cecelie Williams and 2 others
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What This Bill Would Do
Missouri House Bill 1911 establishes the new criminal offense of unlawful tracking of a motor vehicle for knowingly installing a tracking device without owner consent, carrying penalties ranging from a for a first offense to a for subsequent offenses.
Creates new criminal liability for unauthorized electronic surveillance of drivers and vehicle occupants while exempting law enforcement, parents, rental companies, and vehicle owners acting with consent.
Who It Would Affect
Groups the bill's text would affect if enacted, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
motor vehicle owners
Vehicle owners gain legal protections requiring their consent before an electronic tracking device can be placed on their motor vehicle.
law enforcement officers
Law enforcement officers are explicitly exempted when placing tracking devices in furtherance of criminal investigations.
vehicle rental and leasing companies
Rental and leasing companies are exempt from penalties when tracking or managing company-owned motor vehicles.
Key Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What constitutes the offense of unlawful tracking of a motor vehicle under HB 1911?
Are parents tracking their children exempt from the new offense?
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Votes, people, money & the original sourceWhere This Stands
Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.
Procedural history
4 actions- May 15, 2026HouseCommitteeReferred: Emerging Issues(H)
- Jan 8, 2026HouseFloorRead Second Time (H)
- Jan 7, 2026HouseIntroducedRead First Time (H)
- Dec 1, 2025HouseIntroducedPrefiled (H)
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Analysis Score
0–100- Significance65How much this matters to a regular citizen
- Controversy25Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
- Entertainment10Compellingness for a non-policy-wonk reader
- Buzz40Current news / social attention level
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