Rep. Manning: New law focuses on growing electric vehicle industry in Hoosier state

Posted by: Jake Thompson and Katlyn Milligan  | Thursday, October 7, 2021 2:45 pm

Note to the PressPlease include the following statement from State Rep. Ethan Manning (R-Logansport), a member of the 21st Century Energy Policy Development Task Force, in your coverage of today's economic development announcement from Gov. Eric Holcomb, Stellantis (formerly Fiat Chrysler Automobiles) and UAW leaders, and the governor's ceremonial bill signing of House Enrolled Act 1168. Manning co-authored the law to establish the Electric Vehicle Product Commission to evaluate and identify potential industry growth opportunities, and keep jobs in Indiana.

STATEHOUSE (Oct. 7, 2021) – "Our goal is for Indiana to be on the leading edge of electric vehicle technology. The global electric car race has taken off, and our state already has a solid infrastructure and workforce to build upon in order to be competitive in this market. By 2030, electric vehicles will take up a significant percentage of new vehicle sales, and this new commission is one way to ensure Indiana is positioned for innovation and manufacturers choose the Hoosier state to grow their operations and expand job opportunities."

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State Rep. Ethan Manning (R-Logansport) represents House District 23,

which includes portions of Cass, Fulton and Miami counties.

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