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Allowing EV Charging Stations at Highway Rest Areas to Ease Range Anxiety.

This legislation removes the federal prohibition on installing commercial electric vehicle charging stations at public rest areas along interstate highways. This change provides EV drivers with more convenient and frequent charging options during long-distance travel, directly addressing concerns about vehicle range. The goal is to make long-haul travel in electric vehicles easier and more accessible.
Key points
Permits the installation of charging stations for light-duty electric vehicles at existing highway rest areas.
Increases the availability of charging infrastructure along major routes, supporting the growth of electric transportation.
Removes previous restrictions that prevented federal funding or establishment of such stations in areas where commercial activity was generally banned.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_4989
Sponsor: Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR]
Process start date: 2024-08-01