New Rules for Electric Vehicle Charging Station Equipment Safety and Approval
Official: S 3739 — Establishes certain electric vehicle supply equipment development processes and standards concerning public health and safety; removes certain existing approval requirements while preserving applicable safety and inspection standards.
Reading: The bill establishes new electric vehicle supply equipment development processes and standards while streamlining approval requirements, thereby removing barriers to EVSE deployment while maintaining safety standards.
The bill passed both houses of the state legislature in June 2026.
In clear language
This law sets up new safety standards and approval processes for electric vehicle charging equipment in New Jersey while removing some outdated approval requirements. It aims to streamline how charging stations get built and installed while keeping public health and safety protections in place. The bill passed both houses of the state legislature in June 2026.
How does this affect you?
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Who does this affect?
- People who own or plan to buy electric vehicles and need access to charging stations
- Businesses and property owners who install or operate public charging equipment
- Local governments that permit and inspect charging station installations
- Manufacturers and installers of EV charging equipment
What can you do?
- If you own an EV or are considering one, stay informed about charging station availability in your area as new equipment standards may affect installation timelines
- If you manage property where charging stations could be installed, contact your local permitting office to understand the new approval process
- Support or advocate for policies that expand EV charging access in your community
Timeline
- 2026-06-30: Bill passed both houses of the New Jersey legislature
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