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HB 6696

AN ACT RESTRICTING THE SALE OF CERTAIN PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN THE STATE.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Doug Dubitsky

HB 6696 would restrict the sale of certain plug-in hybrid electric vehicles in the state, affecting dealers, manufacturers, importers, and buyers amid labor-standard concerns.

REF. TO JOINT COMM. ON Transportation
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Bill Summary · HB 6696

HB 6696 — Summary (As Presented)

What the bill is

  • Title: AN ACT RESTRICTING THE SALE OF CERTAIN PLUG-IN HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLES IN THE STATE.
  • Bill number: HB 6696
  • Status: Referenced to the Joint Committee on Transportation (2025-01-24)
  • Introduced: January 24, 2025
  • Classification/Subject: Classified as a bill; subjects include child labor and hybrid vehicles

Purpose and intent (inferred from the title)

Based on the title, the bill intends to restrict the sale of certain plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) within the state. The referral to Transportation suggests a focus on vehicles and related commerce. The subject listing notes “child labor,” indicating potential concerns about production practices in the supply chain, though the exact linkage or requirements are not provided in the available text.

Key provisions (not yet available)

The full text of HB 6696 is not provided, so specific provisions, criteria, and definitions are not known. Typical elements to look for in the final version would include:
- Definitions of which plug-in hybrid vehicles are subject to restriction (e.g., models meeting certain criteria or produced under specific conditions).
- The criteria triggering the restriction (production practices, supplier certifications, labor standards, safety/compliance factors).
- Requirements for dealers, importers, or retailers to refrain from selling restricted models in the state.
- Enforcement mechanisms and penalties for noncompliance.
- Effective dates and phased-in timelines.
- Exemptions (e.g., used vehicles, certain fleet purchases, or vehicles meeting alternative standards).
- Reporting, oversight, and compliance verification procedures.

Note: These items are anticipated categories for such a bill but are not confirmed for HB 6696 without later text.

Who would be affected

  • In-state vehicle dealers and distributors that sell plug-in hybrid vehicles.
  • Vehicle manufacturers and importers whose models may be restricted.
  • Consumers seeking to purchase PHEVs within the state.
  • Potentially workers and suppliers in the vehicle manufacturing and battery supply chains if the bill addresses production practices or labor standards (given the child labor reference).

Procedural and timeline highlights

  • Introduced on January 24, 2025.
  • Referral: Joint Committee on Transportation. No further actions (e.g., hearings, amendments, votes) are listed in the provided information.

Next steps for readers

  • Review the full bill text when released to confirm:
    • Which vehicles are restricted and on what basis.
    • The exact definitions, standards, and enforcement details.
    • Any deadlines, exemptions, or transition provisions.
  • Monitor committee hearings and floor action for potential amendments and final passage.

If you’d like, I can update this summary once the full text is available and provide a line-by-line analysis of provisions.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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