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S. 651: Unplug the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Programs Act

A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeSenate bill (S.)
Originating chamberSenate
Introduced2025-02-20
SponsorSen. Ernst, Joni [R-IA]
Policy areaEnergy
Cosponsors2
Latest action2025-02-20 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works.
Last updated2026-06-17

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-02-20):

Unplug the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Programs Act

This bill repeals grant programs that provide funding for electric vehicle charging infrastructure and alternative fueling infrastructure.

Specifically, the bill repeals the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant Program under which the Department of Transportation provides grants for acquiring and installing publicly accessible electric vehicle charging infrastructure, hydrogen fueling infrastructure, propane fueling infrastructure, or natural gas fueling infrastructure that is directly related to the charging or fueling of a vehicle.

It also repeals the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program under which the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) provides grants for deploying electric vehicle charging infrastructure and establishing a network to facilitate data collection, access, and reliability. In addition, the bill rescinds unobligated funds that were provided to the FHWA for the program and prohibits funds from being used to carry out the program. 

Cosponsors (2)

NameParty / state
Tim Sheehy R MT (original cosponsor) 2025-02-20
Rick Scott R FL (original cosponsor) 2025-02-20

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 651 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is S. 651?

S. 651 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: Unplug the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Programs Act.

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 651 are available on congress.gov.

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