RECHARGE Act

This bill requires states to allow electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at rest areas along federal highways. It directly affects state transportation agencies managing rest areas and EV drivers who need charging during long trips. The key provision amends federal highway law to explicitly include EV charging as a permitted facility at rest stops, removing previous barriers. This change applies to standard electric cars (light-duty vehicles) and makes no new funding commitments, only updating existing infrastructure rules. The bill focuses on enabling charging access without altering federal agency authority over highway management.