Bill > HB1374

This bill directs the Oklahoma Corporation Commission to establish minimum fire safety standards for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations located in multistory buildings. Charging station operators must annually attest to compliance with specific safety requirements, including adherence to National Electrical Code and National Fire Protection Association standards. These requirements include locating charging stations on the ground floor, positioning them within 25 feet of a building entry point, installing emergency call boxes and fire extinguishers, providing sufficient lighting and fire alarm systems, implementing video surveillance, and designating emergency contacts. The bill authorizes the Corporation Commission to promulgate rules for annual reporting, third-party inspections, and fee collection. Operators who fail to meet these requirements can be subject to administrative penalties of up to $500 per day, per violation. All collected fees and fines will be deposited into the Corporation Commission Revolving Fund. The bill is set to become effective on November 1, 2025, and aims to enhance safety protocols for EV charging infrastructure in multilevel structures.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Transportation and Infrastructure

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1374&Session=2600