Energy

HB 405 prevents condo and HOA governing bodies from unreasonably blocking electric vehicle (EV) charger installations in common or limited common use parking areas. It requires boards to follow regular budget processes and confirm sufficient parking availability before installing chargers. The law also allows boards to grant 3-year renewable licenses for necessary common elements (like electrical supply) for EV equipment. This applies retroactively to existing restrictions and takes effect October 1, 2026, directly affecting condo/HOA communities and their residents.

HB 640 repeals outdated or unnecessary government reporting requirements, boards, and commissions to improve administrative efficiency. It specifically eliminates obsolete entities like the Renewable Fuels Incentive Board, Two-Generation Family Economic Security Commission, and the requirement for the Department of Health to report on hepatitis B/C virus activities. The bill also removes redundant reporting mandates, such as those for the Criminal Justice Information Advisory Board and several working groups under the Commission on Climate Change. These changes streamline state operations by removing duplicative or obsolete structures without creating new policies or obligations.