Bill Summary
The "Unplug the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Program Act" is a bill aimed at repealing funding programs related to electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The primary provisions of the bill include:
1. **Repeal of Grant Programs**: The bill seeks to amend existing laws, specifically the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, to eliminate certain grant programs that provide financial support for the development of EV charging and fueling infrastructure.
2. **Rescission of Funds**: It rescinds unobligated funds allocated for highway infrastructure programs that were intended to support EV charging initiatives.
3. **Termination of Programs**: The bill terminates the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program, prohibiting the use of any funds for this program following its enactment.
Overall, the legislation reflects a shift away from supporting the expansion of electric vehicle charging networks in the United States.
Possible Impacts
The "Unplug the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Program Act" could have several implications for people, including:
1. **Reduced Accessibility to Charging Infrastructure**: By repealing funding for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, individuals who own or are considering purchasing an electric vehicle may find it more difficult to access charging stations. This could lead to "range anxiety," where drivers worry about running out of battery power without nearby charging options, ultimately discouraging EV adoption.
2. **Impact on EV Market Growth**: The removal of federal support for charging infrastructure could slow the growth of the electric vehicle market. Potential buyers might be deterred from investing in electric vehicles if they perceive that the necessary charging infrastructure will not be adequately developed. This could hinder efforts to transition to cleaner transportation and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
3. **Economic Effects on Local Businesses**: Businesses that have invested in or planned to invest in EV charging stations may experience negative economic impacts. Without federal grants or support, the incentive for businesses (like restaurants, hotels, or retail centers) to install charging stations may diminish, reducing foot traffic from EV owners who would otherwise stop to charge while they shop or dine. This could affect local economies and job creation in sectors related to electric vehicle support services.
[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H.R. 1513 Introduced in House (IH)]
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119th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. R. 1513
To repeal programs relating to funding for electric vehicle charging
infrastructure, and for other purposes.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
February 21, 2025
Mr. Wied (for himself, Mr. Weber of Texas, Mr. Sessions, Mr. Tiffany,
Mr. Grothman, Mr. Williams of Texas, Mr. Crank, Mr. Collins, Ms.
Tenney, Mr. Finstad, and Mr. Rutherford) introduced the following bill;
which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and
Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and
Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in
each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the
jurisdiction of the committee concerned
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A BILL
To repeal programs relating to funding for electric vehicle charging
infrastructure, and for other purposes.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the
United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
This Act may be cited as the ``Unplug the Electric Vehicle Charging
Stations Program Act''.
SEC. 2. REPEAL OF CHARGING AND FUELING INFRASTRUCTURE GRANTS.
(a) Authorization of Appropriations.--Section 11101(b) of the
Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58; 135 Stat.
444) is amended--
(1) in paragraph (1)--
(A) by striking subparagraph (C); and
(B) by redesignating subparagraphs (D) through (G)
as subparagraphs (C) through (F), respectively; and
(2) in paragraph (2)(B), by striking ``paragraph (1)(G)''
and inserting ``paragraph (1)(F)''.
(b) Grant Program.--Section 151 of title 23, United States Code, is
amended--
(1) in subsection (e)(2), by striking ``, including through
funds awarded through the grant program under subsection
(f),''; and
(2) by striking subsection (f).
SEC. 3. REPEAL OF NATIONAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE INFRASTRUCTURE FORMULA
PROGRAM.
(a) Rescission.--The unobligated amounts made available under
paragraph (2) in the matter under the heading ``highway infrastructure
programs'' under the heading ``Federal Highway Administration'' under
the heading ``DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION'' in title VIII of division
J of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58; 135
Stat. 1419) are rescinded.
(b) Termination.--Notwithstanding any other provision of law,
beginning on the date of enactment of this Act--
(1) the program under paragraph (2) in the matter under the
heading ``highway infrastructure programs'' under the heading
``Federal Highway Administration'' under the heading
``DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION'' in title VIII of division J of
the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Public Law 117-58;
135 Stat. 1419) is terminated; and
(2) no funds may used to carry out that program.
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