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This resolution urges federal leadership to continue supporting electric vehicle (EV) programs and policies that promote innovation and address climate change. The document highlights that transportation is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in Illinois, and that driving electric vehicles, which produce no tailpipe emissions, is crucial for reducing air pollution. The resolution notes Illinois's significant progress in EV adoption, including 126,231 registered electric vehicles and 4,051 public charging ports as of January 2025, and references federal support such as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), which allocated $7.5 billion to EV programs, and a recent $114 million federal grant for expanding EV charging infrastructure. By urging continued federal support, the resolution aims to help Illinois and the nation move towards a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future by maintaining policies that support EV research, development, and implementation.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=71&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SR&SessionID=114&GA=104