Rep. Johnson Introduces Bill to Shift Electric Vehicle Charging Funds to Highway and Bridge Repairs
The Highway Funding Flexibility Act of 2025 is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been sent to a subcommittee for review, which is a normal step for new bills. The bill is actively moving forward as it waits for further study by the committee members.
This bill faces a tough path because it reverses a major part of a previous bipartisan infrastructure law. It is likely to face strong opposition from supporters of green energy and electric vehicles.
Homeowners who drive electric vehicles would face fewer public charging options along highways, making long-distance travel less convenient. However, homeowners in general could benefit from improved road conditions and bridge repairs near their communities.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Legislation introduced by U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-SD) would give state governments the ability to reallocate unobligated funds from federal electric vehicle (EV) programs. The Highway Funding Flexibility Act would place authority with states to decide how best to use federal funding.
Senator Cynthia Lummis introduced the Highway Funding Flexibility Act to free up money 'stuck' in accounts for EV chargers. Lummis argued the funds should instead pay for projects critical for travel and commerce in Wyoming, such as roads, bridges, and wildlife crossings.
U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis, R-Wyo., has introduced the Highway Funding Flexibility Act. If passed, it would redirect money intended for the Biden administration's EV charger initiative toward highway infrastructure needs, including bridge rehabilitation and truck parking.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Highway Funding Flexibility Act of 2025
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