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Electric School Bus and Bidirectional Charging Support Program

This act establishes a financial support program for schools and other entities to acquire electric school buses capable of feeding energy back into the power grid. The goal is to improve electricity supply stability and reduce energy costs for communities. This means citizens can expect more reliable power supply and potentially lower energy bills.
Key points
Grants are available for purchasing electric school buses with bidirectional energy flow capabilities (Vehicle-to-Grid).
These buses can act as mobile energy storage, supporting the local power grid, which may reduce the risk of power outages.
The act encourages states to create rules allowing electric vehicle owners to earn money by returning energy to the grid.
Participating schools will receive compensation for their involvement, potentially lowering their operational costs.
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Print number: 117_S_4983
Sponsor: Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2022-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BIDIRECTIONAL Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4983.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Grants are available for purchasing electric school buses with bidirectional energy flow capabilities (Vehicle-to-Grid).
  • These buses can act as mobile energy storage, supporting the local power grid, which may reduce the risk of power outages.
  • The act encourages states to create rules allowing electric vehicle owners to earn money by returning energy to the grid.
  • Participating schools will receive compensation for their involvement, potentially lowering their operational costs.
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. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO].

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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