EVITP Policy and Funding 2

Question 1

Which federal program under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act provides $5 billion specifically for EV charging along highway corridors?

Accepted Answer

National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program

Answer

The NEVI Formula Program allocates $5 billion over five years to states for EV charging deployment along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors.

Question 2

Under NEVI program rules, charging stations must be located no more than how many miles apart along designated corridors?

Accepted Answer

50 miles

Answer

NEVI requires EV charging stations to be spaced no more than 50 miles apart along Alternative Fuel Corridors to ensure continuous coverage.

Question 3

What minimum power output per port is required for NEVI-funded DC fast chargers?

Accepted Answer

150 kW

Answer

NEVI standards require each DCFC port to provide a minimum of 150 kW of power output to qualify for federal funding.

Question 4

Which entity is responsible for developing and maintaining state EV Infrastructure Deployment Plans under NEVI?

Accepted Answer

Each state's DOT in coordination with the governor's office

Answer

Each state DOT, working with the governor's designated office, must develop and submit an EV Infrastructure Deployment Plan to FHWA for NEVI funding.

Question 5

What is the federal cost-share requirement under the NEVI Formula Program — what percentage must come from non-federal sources?

Accepted Answer

20%

Answer

NEVI requires a minimum 20% non-federal match, meaning the federal government covers up to 80% of eligible project costs.

(EVITP) Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program Practice Test