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New Hampshire |
Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) and Charging Infrastructure Promotion |
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Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: New Hampshire
The New Hampshire Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Infrastructure Commission (Commission) promotes the use of PEVs in the state. The Commission must make recommendations on the following: - The development of zero emission vehicle (ZEV) technology and infrastructure, including the installation of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) for residential, business, and municipal use;
- The availability of high-speed EVSE and the feasibility of installing high-speed EVSE on public property;
- The development of EVSE installations, including high-speed chargers, along state and federal highway corridors, at public transportation hubs, and in parking garages;
- New Hampshire joining the Multi-State ZEV Task Force or other interstate agreement to support the installation of EVSE;
- Tax credit legislation for the installation of residential and commercial EVSE;
- Changes to state laws and regulations that encourage the development of ZEV technology and infrastructure;
- Potential funding sources for ZEV technology and infrastructure; and
- State agency workplace charging.
The Commission must report annually, beginning November 1, 2018, to New Hampshire legislative officials and the governor on its findings and any recommendations for proposed legislation. For more information, see the Commission website. (Reference New Hampshire Revised Statutes 4-G:1)
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New Hampshire |
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and Hydrogen Fueling Station Signage |
Laws and Regulations |
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Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: New Hampshire
The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (DOT) must coordinate with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) to ensure that EVSE signage on federal highways in the state is uniform. In addition, DOT must develop signage for EVSE and hydrogen fueling stations that is consistent with FHWA's Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for use on state roads. (Reference New Hampshire Revised Statutes 236:131)
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New Hampshire |
Public Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Requirements |
Laws and Regulations |
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Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: New Hampshire
EVSE that is available for public use must meet the following requirements: - If publicly funded, must be equipped to enable universal access, as defined by the New Hampshire Department of Transportation;
- If the owner or operator requires payment for use of the EVSE, must accept multiple payment options; and
- Must not require users to pay a subscription fee or obtain a membership at any organization to use the equipment.
In addition, the owner or operator must disclose the location and characteristics of each EVSE to the U.S. Department of Energy's Alternative Fuels Data Center. Information that must be disclosed includes, but is not limited to, address, voltage, and timing restrictions.(Reference New Hampshire Revised Statutes 236:131)
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New Hampshire |
Public Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Restriction Authorization |
Laws and Regulations |
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Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: New Hampshire
An owner or operator of public EVSE may impose restrictions on the amount of time that a plug-in electric vehicle may charge at the station. (Reference New Hampshire Revised Statutes 236:131)
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New Hampshire |
Public Utility Requirements |
Laws and Regulations |
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Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: New Hampshire
Public utilities must consider whether to implement plug-in electric vehicle time-of-use rates for residential and commercial customers. In their determination, they must consider whether implementing these rates would encourage energy conservation, optimal use of facilities and resources by an electric company, and equitable rates for customers. (Reference New Hampshire Revise Statutes 236:131)
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New Hampshire |
Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Parking Requirement |
Laws and Regulations |
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Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: New Hampshire
An individual may not park a motor vehicle in a parking space equipped with a public electric vehicle charging station unless the vehicle is a PEV. (Reference New Hampshire Revise Statutes 236:131)
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