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Read. Follow. Verify.Missouri House Bill 1988 Modifies Rules for Limited Driving Privileges and License Suspensions for Unpaid Fines
Last action · May 15, 2026: Referred: Emerging Issues(H)Sponsors: Dave Hinman and 1 other
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What This Bill Would Do
Missouri HB 1988 modifies statutory provisions governing s and driver's license suspensions for failure to pay traffic fines, with an effective date of January 1, 2027. The bill expands eligibility conditions, adjusts court and Department of Revenue authorities, and updates procedures for traffic-related license suspensions.
Drivers facing license suspension due to unpaid traffic charges or those seeking s for employment, medical care, or education will navigate revised statutory criteria and court review procedures starting in 2027.
- House Bill 1988 was introduced during the 2026 Regular Session of the Missouri General Assembly by Representative Dave Hinman. context
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.
Missouri licensed drivers
Drivers subject to license suspension or applying for limited driving privileges must comply with updated statutory criteria and procedures.
Department of Revenue
The department is responsible for processing limited driving privilege applications, issuing suspensions, and promulgating necessary rules and regulations.
Circuit courts
Courts retain and exercise jurisdiction to hear applications, make eligibility determinations, and issue orders regarding limited driving privileges.
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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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