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Grants for Electric School Buses and Vehicle-to-Grid Energy Integration

This Act authorizes $500 million for a grant program to deploy electric school buses equipped with bidirectional charging technology (V2G). The goal is to use these bus batteries to support the electrical grid, improving resilience, reducing congestion, and potentially lowering consumer electricity costs. Furthermore, the Act mandates that states consider new utility rates allowing electric vehicle owners to be compensated for exporting power back to the grid.
Key points
Authorization of $500 million in grants for schools and energy companies to acquire electric school buses with bidirectional charging capabilities (V2G).
The program aims to use bus batteries to stabilize the power grid and provide backup power for buildings, enhancing overall energy system resilience.
States are required to consider implementing utility tariffs within two years that compensate electric vehicle owners for the energy they supply back to the grid.
Participating school districts must be appropriately compensated, potentially through direct payments, free buses, or energy cost savings.
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Print number: 118_S_1548
Sponsor: Sen. Hickenlooper, John W. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2023-05-10
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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 118_S_1548.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-10.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorization of $500 million in grants for schools and energy companies to acquire electric school buses with bidirectional charging capabilities (V2G).
  • The program aims to use bus batteries to stabilize the power grid and provide backup power for buildings, enhancing overall energy system resilience.
  • States are required to consider implementing utility tariffs within two years that compensate electric vehicle owners for the energy they supply back to the grid.
  • Participating school districts must be appropriately compensated, potentially through direct payments, free buses, or energy cost savings.
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 2025-12-26.

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