Modifies provisions relating to catalytic converters

2026 Regular Session Introduced by David Smith

The bill aims to strengthen regulation and tracking of catalytic converters to deter theft and improve enforcement.

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

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Bill Summary: HB 2572 (2026) – Modifies Provisions Relating to Catalytic Converters

Purpose and intent

HB 2572 seeks to modify existing Missouri law governing catalytic converters. While the full statutory text is not provided here, the bill’s title and context indicate a focus on regulating, protecting, or standardizing aspects of catalytic converter handling, theft prevention, or related enforcement. The bill’s sponsors include a co-sponsor, David Smith, suggesting bipartisan or cross-party consideration.

Key provisions and changes (as implied by title and typical scope of such measures)

Regulatory framework: Likely updates or adds requirements for catalytic converter identification, recording, or tracking to deter theft and improve law enforcement ability to trace recovered parts.

Theft prevention and enforcement: Potential provisions to mandate security measures for sellers and purchasers of catalytic converters, strengthen penalties for theft or illicit trafficking, or require reporting of suspicious transactions.

Consumer and industry responsibilities: Possible obligations for auto repair shops, scrap recyclers, salvage yards, or contractors to verify seller identity, preserve records, or follow safe-chain-of-custody practices.

Compliance timelines: If enacted, the bill would establish effective dates and any phased-in requirements to allow impacted parties to adapt.

Who would be affected

Auto repair shops, vehicle service centers, junkyards, auto parts recyclers, and salvage yards involved in catalytic converter handling.

Vehicle owners and operators who may encounter theft-deterrence provisions or record-keeping related to catalytic converters.

Law enforcement and regulatory agencies responsible for enforcing theft-prevention and tracking requirements.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Prefiled: December 22, 2025

First Reading: January 7, 2026 (House)

Second Reading: January 8, 2026 (House)

Referred to Committee: Emerging Issues (H) on May 15, 2026

Next steps (if advanced): Possible committee hearings, amendments, and floor votes, followed by potential passage and transmission to the Senate for consideration.

Additional notes

The bill’s only listed sponsor is a co-sponsor (David Smith), with no other sponsors specified in the provided details.

Without the full text, exact statutory changes (specific language, penalties, registration requirements, or deadlines) cannot be stated. The summary focuses on the typical scope of catalytic converter-related legislation and the procedural history provided.

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