What's At Stake
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Why This Matters To Floridians
Don’t Centralize the Charge is a statewide campaign opposing HB 651, a bill that strips local governments of their ability to regulate electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. By giving full control to the state and utility monopolies, HB 651 blocks cities and counties from planning charging networks that meet their communities’ needs. It threatens innovation, access, and equity—especially in underserved areas—and undermines local clean energy goals. Floridians deserve more choices, not fewer. This campaign mobilizes EV drivers, local leaders, and advocates to demand local control and defeat HB 651 before it takes the power out of the people’s hands.
What HB 651 Does
Preempts local governments from regulating the placement, standards, and operation of electric vehicle charging stations — giving full control to the state.
Why It's Bad For Home Rule
- Blocks cities from developing innovative charging networks with private partners.
- Limits consumer access in underserved or lower-income areas.
- Gives monopoly utilities unchecked power to dominate the charging market.
- Undermines local clean energy and transportation planning.