Missouri HB2376 makes solicitation on interstate highways or public rights-of-way a class B misdemeanor.

Missouri HB2376 amends Chapter 574 by adding a new section that criminalizes the act of intentionally soliciting, begging, panhandling, or requesting anything of value on interstate highways, public rights-of-way, or entrance and exit ramps. This offense is classified as a class B misdemeanor. The term "anything of value" includes cash, currency, coin, or any other financial instrument. Notably, this provision does not apply to organizations authorized to solicit for charitable contributions under section 67.304.

Missouri HB2376 makes solicitation on interstate highways or public rights-of-way a class B misdemeanor.

Missouri HB2376 amends Chapter 574 by adding a new section that criminalizes the act of intentionally soliciting, begging, panhandling, or requesting anything of value on interstate highways, public rights-of-way, or entrance and exit ramps. This offense is classified as a class B misdemeanor. The term "anything of value" includes cash, currency, coin, or any other financial instrument. Notably, this provision does not apply to organizations authorized to solicit for charitable contributions under section 67.304.