National EV infrastructure program

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) received a Formula Grant award of $14.5 million from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205), effective July 7, 2025. This award supports the National EV Infrastructure Program, which provides funding for the deployment and development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across Colorado's transportation network. As a formula grant, the funding is allocated to CDOT based on statutory formulas established under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), enabling the state to advance alternative fuel infrastructure as part of its comprehensive transportation modernization efforts.

Under this program, CDOT will utilize the federal resources to plan, construct, and implement electric vehicle charging stations and related infrastructure improvements throughout the state. The award reflects FHWA's commitment to supporting states in expanding EV charging networks as a critical component of transportation infrastructure modernization. CDOT, as the state's primary transportation authority, is responsible for administering these funds in accordance with federal requirements, including environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act and compliance with applicable federal regulations governing highway planning and construction projects.

Project description

National EV infrastructure program – national EV infrastructure program