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$5 Billion EV Program Reinstated, Faces Criticism
8/16/2025
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Story summary
- The U.S. Department of Transportation has reinstated the $5 billion National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program.
- New guidance seeks to simplify access to funds for EV charging stations and reduce regulatory barriers.
- EV advocates welcome the changes, but the Sierra Club argues they are inadequate and notes that funds are still unavailable for some states.
