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Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program Act of 2023

2/5/2024, 2:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4636

Bill 118 HR 4636, also known as the Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program Act of 2023, aims to establish a grant program to support the development and deployment of wireless electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the United States. The bill seeks to promote the adoption of electric vehicles by making it more convenient for drivers to charge their vehicles without the need for physical cables.

Under this legislation, the Department of Energy would be responsible for administering the grant program, which would provide funding to state and local governments, as well as private entities, to install wireless electric vehicle charging stations in public spaces, such as parking lots, garages, and streets. The goal is to increase the accessibility of electric vehicle charging infrastructure and encourage more Americans to make the switch to electric vehicles.

The bill includes provisions to ensure that the grant program is implemented in an efficient and cost-effective manner, with a focus on promoting competition and innovation in the wireless electric vehicle charging market. It also includes reporting requirements to track the progress and impact of the grant program on the adoption of electric vehicles. Overall, the Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program Act of 2023 aims to support the growth of the electric vehicle market in the United States by expanding access to convenient and reliable charging infrastructure. By incentivizing the development of wireless charging technology, the bill seeks to reduce barriers to electric vehicle adoption and promote a cleaner, more sustainable transportation system.

Congressional Summary of HR 4636

Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Transportation to establish a program that awards grants for projects to construct, install, or improve existing wireless charging infrastructure and technology for electric vehicles, including performance, safety, electromagnetic compatibility, interoperability, development, and testing of wireless charging. State and local governments, metropolitan planning organizations, transit agencies, and other eligible entities may apply for the grants.

Current Status of Bill HR 4636

Bill HR 4636 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 13, 2023. Bill HR 4636 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 13, 2023.  Bill HR 4636's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of July 14, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4636

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
16
Democrat Cosponsors
16
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4636

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4636

Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program Act of 2023
Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program Act of 2023
To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program, and for other purposes.

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