Committee backs Senate increase for Drive Electric but flags staff reductions

May 27, 2026

Conference committee members agreed with the Senate position to add $50,000 for Drive Electric but several members noted recent agency reductions in force and split committee views about ongoing staffing and service impacts.

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The conference committee signaled agreement with the Senate position to add an extra $50,000 for Drive Electric but members stressed concern about recent agency workforce reductions and how those cuts could affect service levels.

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