Bill > S0275

This bill amends South Carolina's electric vehicle (EV) charging station regulations by adding new definitions and establishing guidelines for EV charging infrastructure. The bill introduces definitions for key terms like "direct-current-fast-charging station" (a high-speed charging system capable of delivering at least 50 kilowatts of electricity), "electric vehicle" (a motor vehicle powered by electric motors using a rechargeable battery), and "electric vehicle charging provider" (the owner of a charging station). The legislation clarifies that entities reselling electricity for EV charging are not considered electrical utilities under specific conditions, such as procuring electricity from authorized providers and using immobile charging stations. The bill also requires electrical utilities, municipalities, and other authorized entities providing public direct-current-fast-charging stations to offer fair, non-discriminatory rates and services, and prohibits these entities from using revenue from other electric services to subsidize their charging station investments. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect existing charging infrastructure and stations used for internal purposes, ensuring that the new regulations do not unduly burden current EV charging operations. The act will take effect upon the Governor's approval.

Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=0275&session=126&summary=B