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Electric Vehicle Grid Readiness and Development Act

This act requires the Department of Energy to study and plan how the U.S. electric system can handle the increased demand for electricity from growing electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This aims to ensure stable power supply for the increasing number of electric cars.
Key points
The Department of Energy will study how much additional power and infrastructure is needed for EV charging.
Geographic areas requiring more investment in the electric grid will be identified.
A plan will be developed on how the Department of Energy can help meet the growing energy demand.
Recommendations for legislation supporting charging infrastructure development will be provided.
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Print number: 117_HR_7453
Sponsor: Rep. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6]
Process start date: 2022-04-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

EV GRID Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7453.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-04-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Energy will study how much additional power and infrastructure is needed for EV charging.
  • Geographic areas requiring more investment in the electric grid will be identified.
  • A plan will be developed on how the Department of Energy can help meet the growing energy demand.
  • Recommendations for legislation supporting charging infrastructure development will be provided.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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