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Introduced
02/06/2025
02/06/2025
In Committee
03/21/2025
03/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Electric Vehicle Rebate Act. Authorizes rebates for electric vehicles that are electric motorcycles. Specifies that, for a purchaser to be eligible to receive a rebate under the Act, the purchaser must, among other things, apply for the rebate within 180 days (rather than 90 days) after purchase, during an open rebate cycle as identified by the Agency, and certify that the purchaser qualifies as low-income. Provides that amounts appropriated to and deposited into the Electric Vehicle Rebate Fund from the General Revenue Fund, or any other fund, (rather than only the General Revenue Fund) shall be distributed from the Electric Vehicle Rebate Fund to fund the electric vehicle rebate program established under the Act. Makes changes to definitions. Effective July 1, 2025.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Electric Vehicle Rebate Act to make several key changes to the state's electric vehicle rebate program. The bill expands the definition of eligible electric vehicles to explicitly include electric motorcycles and provides specific rebate amounts for these vehicles, starting at $1,500 in 2025 and decreasing to $750 in 2026 and $500 in 2028. The legislation modifies the application process by extending the rebate application window from 90 to 180 days after purchase and introducing a new requirement for applicants to apply during an open rebate cycle identified by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Additionally, the bill now mandates that rebate seekers must certify they qualify as low-income, defined as individuals or families earning no more than 80% of the state's median income. The bill also broadens the funding sources for the Electric Vehicle Rebate Fund, allowing deposits from the General Revenue Fund and other funds, not just the General Revenue Fund. The changes aim to make electric vehicle rebates more accessible to low-income residents while providing financial incentives for electric vehicle adoption. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (on 03/21/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3302&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3302.htm |
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