Energy

in committee · Michigan · House Jun 18, 2026

HB 6104: Trade: business practices; excessively increased pricing for energy products and services during a market disruption; prohibit. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 6102'26, HB 6103'26

This bill, known as the Energy Pricing Protection Act, prohibits businesses in Michigan from charging excessively high prices for gasoline, propane, and home heating oil during market disruptions such as severe weather or supply shortages. It defines an excessive price increase as one exceeding 20% unless the seller can prove the hike is due to higher costs or a prior discount, and it applies to these goods for 30 days after the disruption ends. To enforce these rules, the state attorney general can investigate violations, seize assets to prevent their removal, and file class-action lawsuits to recover damages for affected consumers. The legislation also outlines specific procedures for legal demands and limits the time frame for filing such actions to four years.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects energy consumers from price gouging during market disruptions, aligning with the goal of protecting utility consumers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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passed · Michigan · House Jun 25, 2026

HCR 8: A concurrent resolution to approve an extension of the state of energy emergency declared on April 2, 2026.

This bill extends the state of energy emergency in Michigan by an additional 77 days, effective July 1, 2026. The measure allows the sale of E15 fuel in several counties where current regulations previously restricted it to lower vapor pressure gasoline. By suspending these fuel requirements, the extension aims to increase fuel supply options and help manage rising gas prices for consumers and businesses. The resolution requires approval from both the House and Senate before being sent to the Governor.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill extends energy emergency to allow E15 fuel sales, increasing supply options and helping manage rising gas prices.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill weakens environmental standards by suspending fuel vapor pressure requirements to increase supply, prioritizing industry over pollution control.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill extends energy emergency to allow E15 fuel sales, increasing fuel supply options and helping manage gas prices for consumers and businesses.75% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Jun 9, 2026

HB 6041: Energy: alternative sources; community solar facilities; provide for establishment of. Amends 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1001 - 460.1232) by adding pt. 7a.

This bill establishes a new community solar program in Michigan, allowing residents to subscribe to local solar projects and receive credits on their electricity bills. It defines specific terms for these facilities and subscribers, while also categorizing certain areas as "environmental justice communities" based on factors like low-income populations and existing pollution. The legislation requires the state energy commission to create rules that facilitate the creation and financing of these solar projects, prioritizing those that benefit environmental justice communities. Additionally, the bill mandates simple, one-page disclosure forms for all subscription contracts to ensure customers clearly understand the terms before signing.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes community solar programs and defines environmental justice areas, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and consumer access.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes clean energy via community solar and explicitly defines environmental justice communities to advance environmental equity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Solar Environmental Justice

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 15, 2026

HB 5791: Use tax: other; requirements for enterprise data centers; modify. Amends sec. 4cc of 1937 PA 94 (MCL 205.94cc).

This bill modifies Michigan's use tax laws to provide tax exemptions for data center equipment used by qualified facilities. It requires these facilities to obtain a certificate from the Michigan Strategic Fund, which mandates that they create a specific number of jobs and meet green building standards within a six-year timeframe. To maintain the exemption, operators must annually report on employment, investments, and compliance with environmental criteria to the state. The legislation applies to existing data centers through 2050 and to new enterprise data centers through 2065, provided they meet the established performance requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemptions for data centers to promote economic development and job creation, aligning with fiscal goals.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates green building standards for data centers and requires annual reporting on environmental compliance, directly supporting energy efficiency and sustainable infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates green building standards and requires annual reporting on environmental criteria for data centers.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill provides tax exemptions for data center equipment to promote economic development and green building standards, directly supporting technology infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 23, 2026

HJR S: Environmental protection: pollution prevention; green initiative; provide for. Amends the state constitution by adding sec. 29 to art. I.

This bill proposes adding a new section to the Michigan state constitution to guarantee every person an inherent right to a clean environment, including clean water, air, and soil. It establishes that the state and all its agencies must act as trustees for natural resources, which are declared the common property of all people, including future generations. The amendment would require the government to protect these rights equitably for everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or location, and it allows citizens to directly enforce these rights in court. If approved by voters, this change would legally bind the state to conserve and maintain natural resources while preventing any actions that infringe upon environmental rights.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill establishes a constitutional right to a clean environment and mandates state protection of natural resources, which supports renewable energy and clean energy infrastructure goals.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly mandates clean environment rights and requires state protection of natural resources for all generations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Water Quality

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 15, 2026

HB 5785: Use tax: exemptions; compliance with enterprise data center construction labor act; require. Amends sec. 4cc of 1937 PA 94 (MCL 205.94cc). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5786'26, HB 5787'26

This bill amends Michigan's Use Tax Act to provide ongoing tax exemptions for data center equipment used by qualified data centers and enterprise data centers. To maintain these exemptions, the state requires facilities to meet specific job creation thresholds and submit annual reports to the Michigan Strategic Fund regarding employment, investments, and compliance with green building standards. The legislation also establishes a formal certification process where the Michigan Strategic Fund reviews applications and issues certificates to facilities that meet the criteria for enterprise data centers.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax exemptions for data centers in exchange for job creation and green building standards, promoting economic growth and fiscal responsibility.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill mandates compliance with green building standards and requires reports on energy-related investments for data centers.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill provides tax exemptions for data center equipment and mandates job creation, directly advancing technology infrastructure and digital capabilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 15, 2026

HB 5793: Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for interfering with the operational technology of a covered critical infrastructure facility; provide for. Amends sec. 16s, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16s). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5792'26

HB 5793 amends Michigan's sentencing guidelines to address crimes involving interference with the operational technology of covered critical infrastructure facilities. The bill directly affects individuals who attempt to disrupt systems essential to vital services such as power, water, and communications. By updating the Code of Criminal Procedure, it establishes specific sentencing parameters for these offenses, ensuring that penalties align with the severity of attacks on critical infrastructure. This change is part of a paired legislative effort with HB 5792 to strengthen protections for essential services.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by updating sentencing guidelines to address critical infrastructure attacks, ensuring penalties align with offense severity.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill strengthens protection for critical energy infrastructure by establishing specific sentencing guidelines for attacks on operational technology.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity by establishing sentencing guidelines for attacks on critical infrastructure operational technology.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sentencing

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 28, 2026

HB 5881: Local government: other; Michigan zoning enabling act; make subject to the data center planning and responsibility act. Amends sec. 205 of 2006 PA 110 (MCL 125.3205). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5882'26

This bill amends Michigan's zoning enabling act to require local zoning ordinances to comply with the data center planning and responsibility act. It also clarifies rules for mining operations by setting conditions under which local governments can restrict extraction based on potential serious consequences, while allowing reasonable regulations on noise, traffic, and blasting hours. Additionally, the bill protects renewable energy projects that received special land use approval after January 1, 2021, from having their approvals revoked or modified once substantial construction or specific expenditures have occurred. The legislation will only take effect if it is passed together with a companion bill, HB 5882.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly protects renewable energy projects with special land use approval and clarifies rules for mining operations.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill strengthens environmental regulations by requiring zoning compliance with data center planning and protecting renewable energy projects.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens local zoning laws to accommodate data centers and protects renewable energy projects, facilitating technology infrastructure development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Tags Local Government

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passed both · Michigan · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 5879: Public utilities: rates; reduction of residential rates in correlation to personal property tax savings; require. Amends sec. 6a of 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.6a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5880'26

HB 5879 requires public utilities in Michigan to obtain approval from the Public Service Commission before raising rates or changing rate schedules that would increase costs for customers. The bill mandates that utilities provide notice to affected areas and allow for a full hearing before any rate increase is approved, while also setting specific timelines for the commission to review and respond to rate applications. Additionally, it establishes a process for gas utilities with fewer than one million customers to seek immediate partial rate relief and outlines rules for refunding customers if proposed rates are later reduced after being temporarily implemented. This legislation directly impacts gas, electric, and steam utilities operating in the state and their residential and commercial customers by tightening oversight on rate-setting procedures.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects utility consumers by requiring commission approval and hearings before rate increases, preventing unjustified cost hikes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Utility Regulation

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in committee · Michigan · House May 12, 2026

HB 5927: Public utilities: electric utilities; net metering program for rooftop solar; provide for. Amends sec. 173 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1173) & adds sec. 173a.

This bill amends Michigan's clean energy laws to create a dedicated net metering program specifically for rooftop solar systems, ensuring these generators are excluded from the general distributed generation program. It mandates that the Public Service Commission establish uniform statewide rules for rooftop solar net metering within 180 days, guaranteeing consistent consumer protections across all electric utilities and alternative suppliers. The legislation also sets specific grid reliability limits, such as capping distributed generation at 10% of a utility's peak load, while protecting solar participants from service disconnection or rate discrimination. By defining eligible rooftop solar equipment and requiring standardized interconnection procedures, the bill aims to streamline how homeowners connect solar panels to the grid while maintaining safety standards.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill creates a dedicated net metering program for rooftop solar, explicitly promoting renewable energy and protecting consumer access to clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Utility Regulation

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