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HB 37

Removal, Storage, and Cleanup of Electric Vehicles

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Danny Nix

HB 37 mandates safe storage of damaged electric vehicles, allowing counties and municipalities to charge higher fees, impacting owners and towing services financially.

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Bill Summary · HB 37

Summary of HB 37: Removal, Storage, and Cleanup of Electric Vehicles

Bill Number: HB 37
Introduced: September 25, 2025
Status: Added to Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee agenda on November 10, 2025
Effective Date: July 1, 2026
Sponsor: Nix

Purpose and Intent

HB 37 aims to establish regulations for the removal, storage, and cleanup of electric vehicles (EVs) involved in accidents. The bill seeks to ensure that these vehicles are stored safely to mitigate risks associated with their high-voltage batteries and to provide a framework for charging fees related to their storage.

Key Provisions

  1. Daily Administration Fee:

    • Counties: Required to establish a daily administration fee for the proper storage of damaged electric vehicles. This fee can be up to three times the standard daily vehicle storage rate.
    • Municipalities: Authorized to set their own daily administration fee, which would supersede the county fee within their jurisdiction.

  2. Definition of Proper Storage:

    • Proper storage of a damaged electric vehicle must involve:
      • Separation from combustibles and structures by at least 50 feet on all sides.
      • Alternatively, the vehicle can be surrounded by a barrier made of earth, steel, concrete, or solid masonry.

  3. Insurance Clarification:

    • The bill clarifies that motor vehicle insurers are not required to cover any costs beyond what is stipulated in the insurance contract concerning the storage of electric vehicles.

  4. Fee Structure:

    • Wrecker services and towing-storage operators may charge the daily administration fee only if the vehicle is stored according to the defined standards.

Impact

  • Affected Parties:

    • Towing and Storage Operators: May see an increase in revenue due to the new fees for properly storing electric vehicles.
    • Electric Vehicle Owners: Could face higher storage costs if their vehicles are towed and stored under these new regulations.

  • Fiscal Implications:

    • The financial impact is indeterminate but may lead to increased revenues for towing and storage operators who comply with the new requirements.

Procedural Timeline

  • September 25, 2025: Bill filed.
  • October 1, 2025: Referred to multiple subcommittees, including Intergovernmental Affairs, Industries & Professional Activities, and State Affairs.
  • November 10, 2025: Added to the agenda of the Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee.

Conclusion

HB 37 establishes important guidelines for the safe storage of electric vehicles post-accident, addressing both safety concerns and the financial implications for vehicle owners and service providers. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, pending further legislative action.

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

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