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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
06/02/2025
06/02/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Creates the Accessible Electric Vehicle Charging Station Act. Requires the Department of Transportation to ensure that charging stations in the State are sufficiently accessible to allow independent use by drivers with disabilities. Requires chargers designed to serve people who use mobility devices to be located on an accessible route. Provides that the Department shall adopt the technical requirements for accessible routes established under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and the federal Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (ABA). Establishes that a charging space with mobility features must provide a vehicle space with a minimum width of at least 11 feet and a minimum length of at least 20 feet. Requires chargers to provide a clear floor or ground space. Requires clear floor or ground spaces to meet ADA requirements for ground and floor surfaces. Provides that a reasonable number of chargers, as determined by the Department, shall comply with ADA operable parts requirements. Provides that a connector must allow operation with one hand and no tight grasping, pinching, or twisting of the wrist, and with no more than 5 pounds of force. Provides that all chargers operated or maintained by any entity within the State must comply with the technical requirements for hardware under the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Authorizes the Attorney General to enforce the Act. Grants rulemaking authority. Defines terms.
AI Summary
This bill creates the Accessible Electric Vehicle Charging Station Act, which aims to ensure electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are designed to be fully accessible for people with disabilities. The legislation requires the Department of Transportation to establish comprehensive accessibility standards for EV charging infrastructure, including specific requirements for charging spaces, routes, and equipment. Key provisions include mandating vehicle charging spaces that are at least 11 feet wide and 20 feet long, with adjacent 5-foot wide access aisles, and ensuring that chargers can be operated with one hand using no more than 5 pounds of force. The bill covers numerous detailed accessibility aspects, such as clear ground spaces, operable parts within reach range, communication features for users with vision impairments, and tactile input controls. Charging stations must comply with federal disability access standards, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Rehabilitation Act. The bill applies to most public and commercial charging stations, excluding those in private residential settings, and grants the Attorney General enforcement powers, including the ability to investigate violations and impose civil penalties of up to $250 per day for non-compliance. The goal is to create an inclusive charging infrastructure that allows independent use by drivers with various disabilities, including those with limited mobility or sensory impairments.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (on 06/02/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=2451&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB2451.htm |
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