Bill > H3673

This bill aims to establish safety standards and regulations for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and public EV charging stations in Massachusetts. The key provisions include: (1) ensuring accessibility and availability of charging stations in urban, suburban, and rural areas; (2) setting security requirements such as lighting, siting, visibility, emergency call boxes, fire prevention, and video surveillance; (3) requiring that charging stations are located in accessible areas and are properly marked and maintained; (4) establishing qualifications for technicians who install and maintain charging stations, as well as certification procedures for charging equipment; (5) specifying the number, types, and power levels of charging ports; (6) requiring standardized payment methods; and (7) protecting the privacy of customer data and preventing tampering with payment devices. The bill also directs the Department of Energy Resources to consider the initial assessment by the intergovernmental coordinating council when establishing these safety standards and regulations.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H3673