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Missouri May Raise Speed Limits | Kansas City News
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- Sep 4, 2026
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Summary
Missouri drivers, brace yourselves—speed limits could soon climb from 70 to 75 mph on select rural highways and interstates, but don’t rev your engines just yet. MoDOT is still evaluating major routes like I-29, I-35, I-44, I-49, I-55, and I-57, factoring in traffic volume, crash history, terrain, and neighboring state limits—though I-70’s off the table due to ongoing construction. This law, passed earlier this year, only applies to rural areas, sparing city roads. While some see it as a harmless tweak or even a nod to current driving habits, safety advocates warn higher speeds mean longer stopping distances and deadlier crashes, especially for big rigs. Commercial drivers say trucks are electronically limited, but the Highway Patrol insists speed remains a top crash factor. No changes will happen until MoDOT finishes its review by year’s end and the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission gives final approval. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/71d543993883d3f5