HI HB1980

Establishes a state goal to retrofit existing state facilities to be electric vehicle charger-ready, with infrastructure capable of supporting 40-ampere, 208/240-volt Level 2 charging stations.

Requires all new state building construction with parking, beginning July 1, 2027, to design at least 25% of parking stalls as electric vehicle charger-ready.

Directs the Hawaii State Energy Office to survey all state parking facilities and identify 4-10 high-priority facilities for EV charging retrofits, with a report due to the legislature before the 2027 session.

Appropriates general fund revenues for fiscal year 2026-2027 to conduct cost assessments and install EV charging systems at identified high-priority state facilities, with funds available through June 30, 2028.

Cites 15% growth in Hawaii electric vehicle adoption between November 2024 and November 2025, emphasizing workplace charging benefits for renters, apartment dwellers, and low-to-moderate income families who cannot charge at home.