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AB 1423

Transportation electrification: electric vehicle charging stations: payment methods.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jacqui Irwin

AB 1423 enhances access to EV charging stations in California by eliminating subscription fees, ensuring flexible payment options, and supporting increased electric vehicle adoption.

Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 192, Statutes of 2025.
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Bill Summary · AB 1423

Summary of AB 1423: Transportation Electrification and Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Bill Number: AB 1423
Introduced: February 21, 2025
Status: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 192, Statutes of 2025
Subject: Transportation Electrification, Electric Vehicle Charging Stations, Payment Methods

Purpose and Intent

AB 1423 aims to enhance the accessibility and usability of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in California by updating payment methods and regulations. The bill seeks to eliminate barriers for users who wish to access charging stations, ensuring that payment options are flexible and accommodating to evolving technologies.

Key Provisions

  1. Prohibition of Subscription Fees:

    • Users of electric vehicle charging stations that require payment cannot be mandated to pay a subscription fee or obtain membership in any organization to access the station.

  2. Payment Methods:

    • Charging stations may offer services on a subscription or membership basis, but must also provide nonmembers with access through:
      • Contactless payment methods that accept major credit and debit cards.
      • An automated toll-free telephone number or a short message system (SMS) for initiating charging sessions and submitting payments.

  3. Installation Requirements:

    • Charging stations installed or made publicly available on or after July 10, 2023, must include:
      • A contactless payment method.
      • For direct current fast charging stations, Plug and Charge capabilities compliant with the ISO 15118 standard by July 10, 2024.

  4. Regulatory Authority:

    • The State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission is authorized to modify, add, or subtract from the required payment methods as technology and cost considerations evolve.

  5. Disclosure Requirements:

    • Service providers must disclose the geographic location of charging stations, fee schedules, accepted payment methods, and any network roaming charges for nonmembers to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.

  6. Labeling and Signage:

    • Charging stations must be labeled according to federal regulations and may include directional signage to enhance visibility and accessibility.

  7. Interoperability Standards:

    • If no national interoperability billing standards are adopted by January 1, 2015, the commission may establish such standards for network roaming payment methods, ensuring that major electric vehicle charging network providers can accept payments from users of different networks.

Impact

  • Users: The bill is designed to make EV charging more accessible to all users, reducing the need for subscriptions and memberships, which can deter potential EV drivers.
  • Charging Station Operators: Operators will need to comply with new requirements regarding payment methods and disclosures, which may involve updates to their systems.
  • Environmental Goals: By facilitating easier access to charging stations, the bill supports California's broader goals of increasing electric vehicle adoption and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Procedural Timeline

  • October 1, 2025: Approved by the Governor and chaptered.
  • September 2025: Passed through various legislative stages, including amendments and committee reviews, before final approval.

AB 1423 represents a significant step towards modernizing the infrastructure for electric vehicles in California, aligning with the state's commitment to sustainable transportation solutions.

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

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