vehicles, helping them meet operational needs that cannot be met solely by traditional charging systems. (8) Wireless electric vehicle charging has the potential to make electric vehicles more accessible and allow all people of the United States, regardless of physical ability, to enjoy the benefits of electric vehicles. (9) It is critical to establish a resilient and robust domestic supply chain for all electric vehicle charging infrastructure. With strong Buy America requirements, federally funded programs can incentivize companies to build facilities in the United States, creating good paying jobs and economic growth for communities. 3. Establishment of Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program The Secretary of Transportation shall establish a program, in coordination with the Department of Energy, to award grants on a competitive basis to eligible entities for projects to construct, install, or improve existing wireless charging infrastructure and technology for electric vehicles, including performance, safety, electromagnetic compatibility, interoperability, development, and testing of wireless charging. The program shall be known as the Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging Grant Program (in this Act referred to as the Program ). 4. Duties of Secretary In carrying out the Program, the Secretary— (1) may award grants for projects described in section 3, including for wireless charging located along roads, in parking lots, airports, and at coastal and inland ports