Texas lawmakers are considering a $200 annual fee for EV owners to help compensate for the lost revenue from the gasoline excise tax, which funds the state's roadways.
According to Texas’ Legislative Budget Board, EV drivers who do not contribute via the gasoline tax have caused a revenue loss of $93.4M for the state.
Supporters of the fee argue that it would simply replace an existing tax, but critics have raised concerns about the amount and would prefer to consider an annual mileage-based charge instead.
Identical bills are currently being considered in the State’s Senate and House of Representatives.