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TX SB1694

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bob Hall

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires public electric vehicle charging stations funded through public grants or state rebate programs to be powered only by renewable energy sources

  • Applies to EV charging stations installed after December 1, 2024, that are publicly accessible and not intended primarily for private use

  • Adds a new duty for electric vehicle supply providers to ensure their equipment is powered only by renewable energy sources

  • Directs the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, in consultation with the Texas Department of Transportation, to adopt standards enforcing the renewable energy requirement alongside existing connector compatibility standards

  • Takes effect immediately if passed by two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, otherwise September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the source of power for stations and other equipment used to dispense energy to electric vehicles.

TRANSPORTATION, TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF

Last Action

Referred to Business & Commerce

3/11/2025

Committee Referrals

Business & Commerce3/11/2025

Full Bill Text

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