HF1653

HF1653 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Statewide electric bus charging stations funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF1888

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to provide funding for the installation of electric bus charging stations across Minnesota. This initiative aims to support the transition to electric vehicles, specifically electric buses used for transporting students, as part of a broader effort to promote sustainable and environmentally friendly transportation options.

Main Provisions

Appropriation of Funds: The bill allocates $1,000,000 from the bond proceeds fund for the purchase and installation of Level 2 and Level 3 electric bus charging stations. These funds will be distributed through grants to eligible applicants as defined under Minnesota law.
Eligibility and Grants: The grants will be awarded in accordance with the electric school bus deployment program. This ensures that the funds are used efficiently to further the deployment of electric school buses.
Bond Issuance: The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds up to $1,000,000 to provide the necessary funding for this initiative. The commissioner of management and budget will handle the bond sale in compliance with relevant Minnesota statutes and constitutional provisions.

Significant Changes

The bill introduces new funding specifically for electric bus charging infrastructure, aligning with Minnesota's ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions and support renewable energy sources. This is a targeted investment in sustainable transportation for the state's education sector.

Relevant Terms

Electric bus charging stations
State bonds
Level 2 and Level 3 charging stations
Electric school bus deployment program
Sustainable transportation
Carbon emissions reduction

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
February 26, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Capital Investment
March 25, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Author added

Citations

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        "Funding for Level 2 and Level 3 charging stations for electric buses."
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      "summary": "The bill allocates funds for electric bus charging stations, following rules outlined in section 216C.374.",
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      "summary": "This bill discusses the sale and issuance of bonds as structured under sections 16A.631 to 16A.675.",
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