Kentucky's EV plan receives federal approval, securing more than $17. million for charging stations

Kentucky secured $17.8 million in previously pledged federal funds to build out electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the Commonwealth, enabling longer distance EV travel for both residents and visitors. The EV Infrastructure Deployment Plan’s (EVIDP) approval means the Commonwealth will have allocated nearly $55 million to expand its EV network through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program to-date.

“When Washington makes Kentucky a promise, I’m going to do everything I can to make sure they keep it,” said Gov. Andy Beshear. “I’m glad to see these dollars returned to the commonwealth, and these investments to expand our state’s EV network will help Kentucky continue building on its status as a global automotive leader.”

Last month, Gov. Beshear joined 19 other states and the District of Columbia to challenge the Trump administration’s decision to freeze $32 million in NEVI funding. In total, Kentucky expects to receive nearly $70 million in NEVI funding, the remaining $14.8 million in NEVI funds is anticipated to be available later this year.

Federal approval of Kentucky’s latest (EVIDP) allows new funds to support Phase 2 and Phase 3 of Kentucky’s EV plan, which will expand charging infrastructure along other priority corridors, in communities, and at destination sites statewide.

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