Bill > H3491

This bill extends the timeline for electric vehicle (EV) related provisions from 2035 to 2050 in two specific sections of Chapter 179 of the Massachusetts acts of 2022. While the specific details of the original provisions are not provided in the bill text, the extension suggests a delay in implementing certain EV-related regulations or goals. By pushing back the target year by 15 years, the bill appears to provide more time for stakeholders such as automotive manufacturers, utilities, and government agencies to adapt to and prepare for anticipated electric vehicle requirements or transitions. The bill does not seem to modify the substance of the original provisions, only their target implementation date, which could potentially reflect challenges in meeting the original 2035 timeline or a strategic decision to allow for more gradual implementation of EV-related policies.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H3491