SCS/HB 1041 - This act modifies Section 252.045, RSMo, and authorizes the Missouri Conservation Commission to regulate the cutting or removal of vegetation, the entry onto areas closed to the public, and the operation and parking of all land and water conveyances on all wildlife refuges, wildlife management areas, state forests, natural areas, lakes, fishing accesses and all other land and waters owned, leased or managed by the Commission.

Upon providing reasonable prior notification to the commission, a public utility, rural electric cooperative or railroad may cut or remove vegetation from, and construct and maintain utility services on, easement areas granted by the commission and other areas covered pursuant to the terms of existing agreements. Reasonable prior notification shall take into account weather conditions and work schedules, and shall not be required for the restoration of essential utility services.

This act is similar to HB 285 from 1995.
RONALD J. LEONE