EV Charging Network Back on Track — Except in Florida

After initially pulling the plug on a nationwide EV charging program, the Trump administration has reversed course following legal challenges, reopening the federally funded initiative with new rules aimed at “cutting red tape.” Florida — home to the second-most EV drivers in the country — has nearly $200 million in federal funds available but has yet to launch applications for businesses to tap into the money. While industry groups say the relaxed rules could make it easier for states to expand charging networks, critics argue the delay has already slowed progress, leaving drivers stuck with long waits and limited options. For now, the Sunshine State remains behind much of the country in rolling out chargers, with questions still unanswered about when more stations will appear.