Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) announced that they helped deliver over $3.2 million dollars to install electric vehicle charging ports in the City of Las Vegas. This funding will support Nevada’s electric vehicle supply chain, reduce oil and gas consumption, lower costs for consumers, and bolster the Silver State’s clean-energy economy.
“The installation of electric vehicle infrastructure is not only good for our environment, but it also creates good-paying jobs across our state,” said Senator Cortez Masto. “These investments stemming from my Innovation State Initiative will support the modernization of Nevada’s transportation infrastructure and ensure Nevada’s clean-energy economy continues to lead the nation.”
“Nevada is a leader in the electric vehicle economy, and the investments we make in charging infrastructure are critical for our state,” said Senator Rosen. “That’s why I’m glad to announce more than $3 million in federal funds are coming to Las Vegas to install nearly 200 charging ports, increasing electric vehicle accessibility and promoting sustainability.”
The City of Las Vegas will use their grant funding to install electric vehicle charging ports at seven sites within the city. Washoe County will also receive funding from a separate program to help to install a zero-emission charging stations for semi-trucks delivering vital supplies to Nevada and California.
Senators Cortez Masto and Rosen have been champions of the modernization of Nevada’s transportation infrastructure. They worked to pass the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to create good-paying jobs and upgrade road infrastructure in Nevada. Both Senators have secured funding to improve pedestrian safety, expand clean energy public transit, modernize and expand critical roadways to shorten commute times and protect drivers. As part of her Innovation State Initiative, Senator Cortez Masto secured multiple transportation provisions in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help Nevada communities plan for and build infrastructure for electric vehicles, make transit to school safer for students, and support smart cities that use technology to solve transportation challenges. She has also introduced comprehensive legislation to develop innovative transportation solutions for Nevadans and promote cleaner transportation.
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