. The legislation encourages the inclusion of zero-emission vehicle charging and fueling infrastructure in municipal redevelopment projects. Passing the state Senate on Thursday was (A-1653/S-2142). It had cleared the Assembly in July Prime sponsor Kip Bateman (R-Somerset) said his bill was designed to “meet New Jersey’s goals for clean, renewable energy requires expanding access to charging sites for drivers of electric vehicles.,” The legislation, Bateman said, “encourages local governments to incorporate new charging infrastructure in plans for redevelopment.” “A report of the New Jersey Energy Master Plan Alternative Fuels Work Group identified the development, installation, and maintenance of the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, both at home and at strategically selected public places, as one of the most significant opportunities for, and barriers to, advancing the deployment and use of EVs in the state, Bateman said. “The advancement of an expansive EV charging network will help produce new jobs, fuel economic growth, clean the air, and reduce our reliance on foreign oil,” Bateman continued. “The more charging locations that are available to drivers, the more confidence motorists will have in driving electric cars. Most EV drivers will power up their cars at home, but public charging pumps are necessities for motorists taking a longer trip beyond their normal route.” In addition to comprehensive coverage of energy and environment news, Monday through Thursday, subscribers to our daily EnviroPolitics newsletter receive a Weekend Legislative Edition that tracks similar legislation from introduction to enactment in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. If you’re not already a subscriber, try a free, no-obligation, 30-day trial.

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