To direct the Secretary of Transportation to update guidance for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program to increase the flexibility of States related to the location of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, and for other purposes.
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Latest Action · September 28, 2024
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
This bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to update federal guidance for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program, which distributes money to states for building electric vehicle charging stations. Currently, the program requires charging stations to be located very close to highways, but this bill would allow states more flexibility by permitting charging stations to be built up to a mile away from highways if they are strategically chosen to benefit local communities and small businesses. The bill specifically applies to alternative fuel corridors, which are designated national networks for electric vehicle and other alternative fuel infrastructure. The legislation does not specify any new funding amounts or timelines for implementation, instead focusing on modifying existing program rules to give states greater discretion in planning where to place charging infrastructure. This change would help states develop charging networks that serve rural and underserved areas more effectively while still meeting federal program requirements.
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