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Rebates for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure for Heavy-Duty Fleets

This act establishes a rebate program for businesses and entities to install charging stations for their electric trucks and buses. The goal is to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles, potentially leading to cleaner air and reduced noise in urban areas. Citizens may benefit from an improved environment and potentially lower future goods transportation costs.
Key points
The rebate program covers up to 80% of the costs for purchasing and installing charging equipment for medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles.
Rebates are available to businesses, state, local, and tribal governments, port authorities, airport authorities, and other entities operating vehicle fleets.
Additional bonuses are offered for installations in areas with poor air quality or in rural areas.
The maximum rebate amount for a single entity is $1,000,000 for active projects.
Equipment must be maintained in satisfactory condition for at least 5 years after receiving the rebate.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2347
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2021-07-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Medium- and Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2347.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The rebate program covers up to 80% of the costs for purchasing and installing charging equipment for medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles.
  • Rebates are available to businesses, state, local, and tribal governments, port authorities, airport authorities, and other entities operating vehicle fleets.
  • Additional bonuses are offered for installations in areas with poor air quality or in rural areas.
  • The maximum rebate amount for a single entity is $1,000,000 for active projects.
  • Equipment must be maintained in satisfactory condition for at least 5 years after receiving the rebate.
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 Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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