Summary:

 Senate Bill 447 (SB 447) requires the installation of electric vehicle charging stations 
in the parking structure under the state capitol building.

 

Legislation Overview:

 Senate Bill 447 (SB 447) requires the director of the Legislative Council Service (LCS) to ensure that at least forty-three percent of the vehicle parking spaces in the parking structure under the state capitol building be equipped with electric vehicle charging stations no later than 31 December 2026.  It defines electric vehicle and electric vehicle parking station.

 

Current Law:

 
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s Climate Change Executive Order established a state goal to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 45% by 2030. The order includes the Clean Cars New Mexico initiative which centers on adopting stricter emission standards for new cars and trucks offered for sale in the state. The state is also promoting changes to zoning and building codes to require or support electric vehicle charging stations.