Oregon – Oregon is taking a significant step forward in the transition to electric vehicles (EVs), thanks to a substantial financial incentive from the federal government. U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden recently announced that the state would receive over $1.2 million in funding. This grant, provided by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, is aimed at fostering innovative financing solutions for EV purchases, particularly focusing on underserved communities.