The bill enacts new sections 4933.51 to 4933.59 of the Revised Code to establish regulations regarding the ownership and operation of electric vehicle charging stations in Ohio. It defines key terms such as "electric vehicle," "electric vehicle charging station," and "make-ready infrastructure," and specifies that electric distribution utilities are generally prohibited from owning or operating publicly available charging stations unless through a separate affiliate not subject to public utilities commission jurisdiction. The bill allows utilities to petition for approval to install charging stations in designated "areas of last resort" if no other stations are available, and outlines the process for public notice and right of first refusal for other providers.

Additionally, the bill ensures that revenues from electric distribution services cannot subsidize investments in charging stations, except under approved programs. It allows utilities to recover costs for make-ready infrastructure on a nondiscriminatory basis and clarifies that utilities can operate charging stations on their own premises solely for their electric vehicles. Overall, the legislation aims to promote the development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure while maintaining fair competition and regulatory oversight.