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Read. Follow. Verify.Missouri House Bill 2191 Mandates Ignition Interlock Devices for First-Time Intoxication-Related Traffic Offenses
Last action · May 15, 2026: Referred: Emerging Issues(H)Sponsor: Bruce Sassmann
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What This Bill Would Do
Missouri House Bill 2191 requires courts to mandate the use of a certified for any person found guilty of an intoxication-related traffic offense, removing language that previously limited the mandatory requirement to second or subsequent offenses.
Drivers convicted of a first intoxication-related traffic offense face mandatory installation of an for at least six months upon license reinstatement, expanding requirements that previously applied mainly to repeat offenders.
- Missouri law enforces strict regulations regarding intoxication-related traffic offenses and license suspensions under chapters 302 and 577. context
Who It Would Affect
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Persons found guilty of an intoxication-related traffic offense
Must operate only vehicles equipped with a certified ignition interlock device for at least six months upon license reinstatement.
Courts granting limited driving privileges
Must mandate ignition interlock devices on all vehicles operated by individuals granted limited driving privileges following an intoxication-related traffic offense.
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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 4, 2025HouseIntroducedPrefiled (H)
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0–100- Significance75How much this matters to a regular citizen
- Controversy45Intensity of disagreement among stakeholders
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