Effective - 28 Aug 1986
390.011. Purpose of law — how construed. — It is hereby declared that the legislation contained in this chapter is enacted for the following purposes:
(1) To promote safe, adequate, economical and efficient transportation;
(2) To promote the most productive use of equipment and energy resources; and
(3) To conserve the interests and convenience of the public. No right, privilege, or permit granted or obtained under or by virtue of the provisions of this chapter shall ever be construed as a vested right, privilege, or permit; and the general assembly retains full legislative power over, concerning and pertaining to the subject or subjects legislated upon in this chapter and the power and right to alter, amend or repeal any provision of this chapter at its pleasure.
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(RSMo 1939 § 5736, A.L. 1951 p. 547 § 390.010, A.L. 1986 H.B. 1428)
Prior revision: 1929 § 5281