§ 42-162-1. Legislative findings. The general assembly finds and declares that: (1) The 2021 act on climate establishes mandatory, economy-wide greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets; and (2) To meet these goals, Rhode Island must accelerate its adoption of more sustainable transportation solutions, including electric vehicles; and (3) The widespread adoption of electric vehicles will necessitate […]
§ 42-162-2. Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following terms, unless the context requires a different interpretation, shall have the following meanings: (1) “Department” means the department of transportation. (2) “Electric vehicle charging infrastructure” means equipment that supplies electricity to charge electric vehicles, including charging stations and balance of plant. (3) “Electric vehicle charging […]
§ 42-162-3. Implementation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure investment program. (a) There is hereby established an electric vehicle charging infrastructure investment program. The department and office shall, in consultation with the department of environmental management, establish the electric vehicle charging infrastructure investment program to be administered by the office in consultation with the department. (b) […]
§ 42-162-4. Reporting. The department and office shall provide a report to the governor and general assembly by December 31, 2023, on the results of the electric vehicle charging infrastructure investment program. The department and office shall provide an annual report to the governor and general assembly until the federal funds have been completely utilized. […]
