Bill > SB2241

This bill appropriates funds for the Hawaii State Energy Office (HSEO), a government agency tasked with promoting clean transportation and decarbonizing the state's economy, to analyze and plan for zero-emissions vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure. ZEVs are vehicles that produce no tailpipe emissions, such as electric cars. The bill aims to support the state's commitment to transitioning to ZEVs by identifying existing government fleets that can be converted, determining the necessary charging infrastructure and energy resources to encourage ZEV adoption by government, businesses, and the public, assessing suitable locations for charging stations, and developing statewide expansion plans with cost projections. This initiative is seen as crucial for reducing dependence on imported fossil fuels and aligns with state goals for fleet conversion to ZEVs by 2035, despite recent federal policy changes that have negatively impacted the electric vehicle market and automakers' investments. The funding is designated for fiscal year 2026-2027 and the bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2050.

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https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=SB&billnumber=2241&year=2026