Making it Easier for Developers to Build Electric Vehicle Charging Stations with Flexible Standards
Official: S3738 — Establishes alternative compliance standards for development of electric vehicle supply equipment and Make-Ready parking spaces based on charging capacity.
Reading: The bill expands EV charging infrastructure options by creating alternative compliance pathways based on charging capacity, making it easier for developers to meet charging requirements and increasing overall EV charger availability.
The bill was introduced in the state Senate but was replaced by a different version in the Assembly.
In clear language
This New Jersey bill would create flexibility in how developers must build electric vehicle charging stations by allowing them to meet requirements based on charging power levels rather than just the number of stations. The bill was introduced in the state Senate but was replaced by a different version in the Assembly.
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Who does this affect?
- Real estate developers and property owners building new parking areas or facilities
- Businesses required to install EV charging under New Jersey building codes
- Electric vehicle owners looking for places to charge their cars
- Communities working to expand EV charging infrastructure
What can you do?
- If you develop or own property, monitor updates to New Jersey's EV charging requirements to understand your obligations under the revised bill (A4531)
- Support local efforts to expand EV charging infrastructure in your community
- When purchasing or leasing property, ask about EV charging availability and future plans
Timeline
- 2026-03-05: Bill introduced in New Jersey Senate
- 2026-06-18: Bill replaced by Assembly version A4531
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- Patrick DiegnanDNew Jersey
- Bill sponsoredIn progressPrime sponsor of S3738: Establishes alternative compliance standards for development of electric vehicle supply equipment and Make-Ready parking spaces based on charging capacity.
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