2021 - Senate Bill 68 (Becker, Josh), Building Electrification and Electric Vehicle Charging (Chaptered)
Bill Number
SB 68
Legislative Session
2021-2022
Bill Information
Category
Energy, Low and Zero Emission Vehicles and Infrastructure
Status
Chaptered
Author
Becker.Josh
Contact
Office of Legislative Affairs
Email
Summary
Requires the California Energy Commission to develop and publish guidance on best practices to help reduce barriers for building owners to transition to electric equipment and appliances, and install electric vehicle charging equipment. The bill also authorizes awarding of moneys from an existing grant program, funded by surcharges on energy ratepayer utility bills, for technological advancements that reduce the costs of electrifying building-related applications.