HF4181 Summary

• Establishes preference hierarchy for state vehicle purchases prioritizing electric vehicles, then hybrid electric, then cleaner fuel vehicles, then gasoline/diesel, if total life-cycle cost is comparable or lower.

• Creates $2,500 rebate for eligible purchasers of new electric vehicles and $500 rebate for used electric vehicles, with additional $500/$100 rebates for low-income households (below 150% of federal poverty guidelines).

• Appropriates $20,000,000 in fiscal year 2021 for electric vehicle rebates ($10,000,000 from renewable development account and $10,000,000 from general fund).

• Establishes grant program in Department of Commerce awarding up to $40,000 per dealer to offset costs of manufacturer training and certification for selling electric vehicles.

• Appropriates $4,000,000 in fiscal year 2021 for dealer certification grants ($2,000,000 from renewable development account and $2,000,000 from general fund).