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  1. The Justice40 Initiative, which applies to NEVI and CFI programs, requires that what percentage of program benefits flow to disadvantaged communities?

    Answer: No less than 40% with a goal of 40%

    Justice40 sets a goal that at least 40% of the overall benefits of covered federal investments reach disadvantaged communities.

  2. Which document must NEVI recipients submit to demonstrate compliance with Buy America provisions for federally funded EV infrastructure?

    Answer: Both a Buy America compliance certification and a waiver request if needed

    Recipients must certify Buy America compliance or apply for a waiver from FHWA when compliant materials are unavailable or cost-prohibitive.

  3. What is the primary purpose of the DOE's 'Make Ready' grants under the EV infrastructure funding framework?

    Answer: To cover the electrical grid upgrades needed to support EV charging infrastructure

    Make Ready grants address the upstream electrical infrastructure—transformers, switchgear, conduit—needed before charging equipment can be installed.

  4. Under current IRS rules, which residential EV charger tax credit is available to individual homeowners under the Inflation Reduction Act?

    Answer: Section 30C — 30% credit up to $1,000 per item

    Section 30C provides individual homeowners a 30% tax credit on EVSE installation costs, capped at $1,000 per item for personal-use property.

  5. State programs that layer funding on top of federal NEVI dollars are referred to as what type of funding approach?

    Answer: Stacking or braiding of funds

    Stacking or braiding allows states to combine federal, state, and local funding sources for the same project as long as each source's rules are followed.

  6. Which federal agency oversees and administers the NEVI Formula Program at the federal level?

    Answer: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)

    FHWA, an agency within the Department of Transportation, administers the NEVI Formula Program and reviews state deployment plans.

  7. A municipality wants to build EV charging in a public parking garage using CFI grant funds. What is the minimum required non-federal cost share?

    Answer: 20%

    Like NEVI, the CFI Discretionary Grant Program requires a minimum 20% non-federal match for eligible project costs.