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HR 6129119th CongressIn Committee
Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charging Act of 2025
Introduced: Nov 19, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Brownley, Julia [D-CA-26] (D-California)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Bidirectional Electric Vehicle Charging Act requires the Secretary of Energy to develop a national roadmap for bidirectional EV charging and establish technical standards, while mandating FEMA to incorporate bidirectional charging in disaster recovery plans.
Key Points
- 1Requires National Electric Vehicle Bidirectional Charging Roadmap within 12 months
- 2Mandates technical standards for bidirectional charging by 2029
- 3Establishes civil penalties up to $21,000 per violation
- 4Requires FEMA to include bidirectional charging in hazard mitigation plans
- 5Defines bidirectional charging as energy exchange capability
Impact Areas
Electric vehicle manufacturersDepartment of EnergyFederal Emergency Management AgencyEV charging infrastructureElectric vehicle owners
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