Community Vehicle Charging Act of 2021

The Community Vehicle Charging Act of 2021 (S. 1866) aims to increase the availability of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in underserved areas, specifically focusing on low-income, minority, and tribal communities. The bill directs the Department of Transportation to provide grants to local governments, nonprofits, and community organizations to fund the installation of public charging ports and support shared electric transit options like e-bikes and scooters. For residents in these areas, the legislation is designed to lower the barriers to electric vehicle ownership by providing direct funding for home charger installations and expanding the local infrastructure needed to power clean energy transportation.