# The EVs for All Act: Making Electric Vehicle Sharing Available in Public Housing

This bill creates a federal grant program to bring electric vehicle sharing services to public housing communities across the country. Think of it like a car-sharing program—similar to Zipcar or similar services—but specifically designed for residents of public housing projects, with the goal of giving low-income families access to electric vehicles without having to own one.

The Department of Energy would award grants (up to $1 million per housing project, with potential bonuses for fast-charging stations) to public housing agencies, local governments, and nonprofits that want to operate these sharing services. The money can be used to buy electric vehicles, install charging stations, educate residents about the program, and even offer discounted rental rates to make it affordable. The bill prioritizes funding for communities that have been hit hardest by pollution and have limited transportation options—essentially targeting neighborhoods that need the help most.

There's a strong emphasis on jobs and fair labor practices. The bill requires that at least 40 percent of workers installing charging equipment come from disadvantaged backgrounds—including formerly incarcerated people, veterans, people experiencing homelessness, and those living in the local area. All electricians must be properly certified, and workers must be paid prevailing wages (the standard rates for construction work in their area). The bill also encourages purchasing electric vehicles made by unionized manufacturers and with American-made parts.

Essentially, this bill aims to solve two problems at once: it gives residents of public housing affordable access to clean transportation, while also creating good-paying jobs in their communities. The program would run for ten years with $50 million authorized annually, and grant recipients must report back on how many people use the service, how much pollution they're reducing, and whether the program is actually working.

EVs for All Act of 2023

Barragán, Nanette Diaz

Electric Vehicles for All Act of 2023 or the EVs for All Act of 2023 This bill requires the Department of Energy to carry out a program that awards grants to eligible entities (i.e., public housing agencies, local governments, and certain nonprofit organizations) to facilitate electric vehicle sharing services operated at public housing projects.