CHARGE Act
Rep. Self Introduces CHARGE Act to Ban Chinese Electric Vehicles and Parts to Protect Power Grid
The CHARGE Act was introduced in the House and is currently being reviewed by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. No further actions are scheduled at this time. The bill is considered active as it moves through the early stages of the legislative process.
Legislative Progress
While there is bipartisan concern about China, a total ban on specific components could disrupt the current transition to electric vehicles and face pushback from the auto industry.
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Small businesses that sell, service, or import EVs or EV components could face supply chain disruptions if they rely on parts from foreign entities of concern. On the other hand, U.S.-based manufacturers and parts suppliers could see new business opportunities as the market shifts away from Chinese-made components.
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Related News
3 articlesHouse Bill Targets Electric Vehicle Threat to Power Grid
Rep. Keith Self (R-Texas) introduced the CHARGE Act (HR 8768) to ban electric vehicles that pose a cybersecurity threat to the U.S. power grid. The bill specifically targets bidirectional charging systems, warning that foreign adversaries could remotely trigger power surges to cause blackouts.
Proposed US curbs on Chinese power packs a potential boost for Korean rivals
U.S. lawmakers are considering the CHARGE Act, a bill to ban imports of Chinese-made energy storage systems and EV components with remote monitoring features. The move is seen as a way to protect critical infrastructure from cyberattacks while potentially benefiting non-Chinese battery makers.
LG Energy Solution flags 1st quarter operating loss on weak EV demand
Analysts suggest the U.S. CHARGE Act, which targets Chinese-made energy storage and EV electronics, could reshape the battery industry. The bill addresses concerns that remote monitoring capabilities in Chinese hardware could be used to compromise the security of the American power grid.
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
CHARGE Act
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