Energy (Electric Vehicles)

This Montana joint resolution asks the U.S. Congress to remove any federal requirements or obligations to purchase electric vehicles. The bill directly affects Montana residents and government entities by requesting the elimination of federal mandates that would require vehicle purchases. Key provisions include thanking President Trump for eliminating the EV mandate and affirming the state's belief that Montanans should have the freedom to choose between electric and gas-powered vehicles based on their specific needs. The resolution also directs the Secretary of State to send copies of the document to federal officials and members of the Montana Congressional Delegation.

LC 3897 would have prohibited state agencies from purchasing electric vehicles (EVs) identified as "scrutinized" by the state. This bill directly affected state departments and agencies responsible for vehicle procurement, preventing them from acquiring EVs under specific scrutiny. The bill died in process on May 23, 2025, without becoming law, so no policy change was implemented.

HJ 12 is a Montana joint resolution requesting the U.S. Congress remove federal requirements for electric vehicle (EV) purchases. It cites Montana-specific challenges like limited rural charging infrastructure, reduced EV range in cold weather, and lack of all-terrain EV options, arguing these make EVs impractical for Montanans' needs. The resolution does not create new law but asks Congress to eliminate federal EV mandates, allowing Montanans to choose vehicle types freely. It was referred to a committee but died in 2025 without further action.