The bill, S.B. No. 1694, amends the Occupations Code to establish new standards for electric vehicle charging stations. It redesignates Chapter 2311 as Chapter 2311A and introduces specific requirements for charging stations installed after December 1, 2024. These stations must be publicly available, not primarily for private use, and funded through public grants or state rebate programs. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, in collaboration with the Texas Department of Transportation, is tasked with adopting standards that mandate these charging stations to be equipped with widely compatible connectors and powered exclusively by renewable energy sources.

Additionally, the bill modifies Section 2311.0301, outlining the duties of electric vehicle supply providers. It requires these providers to ensure that their electric vehicle supply equipment is inspected and maintained according to established specifications and rules. A new requirement is added, mandating that the equipment must also be powered solely by renewable energy sources. The bill emphasizes the importance of sustainability in the electric vehicle infrastructure and aims to promote the use of renewable energy in the charging process.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 2311.0301 (Occupations Code 2311)