The bill, H.B. No. 2145, mandates the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at state-owned parking lots and garages constructed on or after September 1, 2025. It introduces a new section, 2165.059, to the Government Code, which requires the commission to ensure that these facilities include a sufficient number of EV charging stations. The commission is tasked with determining the appropriate number of charging stations based on various factors, including the current and anticipated number of registered electric vehicles in the state, the usage patterns of the parking facilities, and the type of charging technology available.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the commission, in consultation with the state energy conservation office, must adopt guidelines for the installation of these charging stations. These guidelines will set standards for the type and scope of charging stations required, taking into account the size and intended use of each parking lot or garage. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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