This bill establishes a definition for "electric vehicle charging station" and introduces a fee structure for annual testing of these stations by the division of weights and measures. Specifically, it amends RSA 438:1 to include a new definition for electric vehicle charging stations, which are devices designed to transfer electrical energy to electric vehicles. Additionally, it amends RSA 438:10-a to impose a fee of $175 per electric vehicle charging meter for annual testing. The bill also creates a new position within the Department of Agriculture, Markets, and Food for a registered electric vehicle service technician responsible for certifying these charging stations.

Furthermore, the bill allows the Department of Agriculture, Markets, and Food to withdraw funds from the Agricultural Products Regulatory Fund to cover the costs associated with the new technician position, with an initial withdrawal of $413,301 for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. The bill also modifies the duties of registered service technicians, specifying that they must state certify electric vehicle charging stations, rather than sealing them, and that only weights and measures officials can certify these devices. The fiscal impact is projected to generate revenue starting in FY 2026, with estimated revenues increasing over the following years as more charging meters are registered.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 438:1, 438:10-a, 438:14-a