Construction-zone speeding fines, public/private rest area partnerships and bridge laws were all addressed in a Missouri bill that goes into effect next month.

SB44 began its life as an act relating to theft of motor fuel, reports the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Assn. It evolved into a menagerie of transportation laws that take effect Aug. 28.
The new law:
  • imposes calls for an additional fine of $250 for speeding or passing in a construction zone if a construction worker is present;
  • prohibits the Missouri Department of Transportation from contracting with private entities to operate truckstops, fueling stations, convenience stores or restaurants near interstate public rest areas;
  • prohibits drivers from driving through a railroad crossing where there is insufficient space to completely drive through it and where the undercarriage of a vehicle might contact the railroad tracks;
  • establishes a statewide weight formula for bridges and allows the Highways and Transportation Commission to establish maximum weight and speed limits for certain bridges;
  • requres those who have contracted with transportation property providers, to make scheduled payments within 30 days of delivery of goods if no time is specified in the contract; and
  • establishes a program to allow for the purchase of biodiesel fuel for state vehicles.

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