Texas received more than $400 million to build infrastructure for electric vehicle charging sites across the state.
According to a TV report, Texas will receive $407.8 million to install electric charging stations no more than 50 miles apart on interstates through 2026. KXXV television reported that 80 percent of the money comes from federal funding and 20 percent from business partners in the state.
Placement of the charging locations has not been settled yet, but the Texas Department of Transportation is taking suggestions from the public about potential locations.
The Department of Transportation anticipates approval of its plans from the Federal Highway Association by the end of September in order to proceed with the project.
States that receive federal funding via the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program are required to submit their plans on how the funds will be used to the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation.
Dave Lubach is managing editor of the Facilities Market.
