HB 2055 Missouri House · 2026 Regular Session

Modifies provisions relating to enforcement of laws relating the use of electronic communication devices

HB 2055 prohibits drivers in Missouri from manually using electronic communication devices (like phones, tablets, or laptops) while operating noncommercial or commercial vehicles on public roads. It bans holding devices, texting, making calls, entering data, watching videos (except navigation), or recording video, except when using hands-free voice features that don’t distract from driving. The law applies to all drivers and includes exemptions for navigation systems, medical devices, and emergency communication tools. Violations could result in penalties under the new "Siddens Bening Hands Free Law" provisions.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Dec 1, 2025 Last action May 14, 2026
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Committee
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Feb 18, 2026
Committee
Referred: Rules - Legislative(H)
lower
Feb 11, 2026
Lower · Passed
Reported Do Pass (H) - AYES: 18 NOES: 0 PRESENT: 0
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Feb 10, 2026
Lower · Passed
Voted Do Pass (H)
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Jan 29, 2026
Committee
Referred: Crime and Public Safety(H)
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Dec 1, 2025
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
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1 primary · 0 co-sponsors

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Jeff Vernetti
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