This bill addresses the regulation of electric vehicle (EV) charging services provided by electric public utilities in Kansas. It prohibits these utilities from recovering costs associated with electric vehicle charging stations from ratepayers, mandating that any such services be offered through a nonregulated private enterprise. The bill requires that these services be provided on an equitable and nondiscriminatory basis, similar to how utilities offer services to private entities. Additionally, it stipulates that utilities must establish rate schedules for EV charging services that do not rely on traditional demand-based structures, instead assessing charges based on kilowatt-hours consumed.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific definitions related to electric vehicles and charging stations, including direct-current fast charging stations and level 2 charging stations. It mandates that each retail electric supplier maintain a commercial rate schedule for direct-current fast charging stations and file this schedule with the state corporation commission by October 1, 2025. The commission is tasked with approving or amending these schedules within 120 days of submission. The bill aims to ensure that the development and operation of EV charging infrastructure are conducted fairly and transparently, promoting the growth of electric vehicle usage in the state.