Technology

in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5595: Public utilities: public service commission; moratorium on approvals by the Michigan public service commission of any new enterprise data centers; provide for. Amends 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.1 - 460.11) by adding sec. 10ii.

HB 5595 imposes a moratorium on Michigan's Public Service Commission approving new energy contracts for data centers. It prohibits the commission from approving any contract, tariff, discount, or rate between electric utilities and "qualified data centers" (defined as facilities housing equipment for centralized data storage and processing) from its effective date until April 1, 2027. This directly affects electric utilities and developers planning new large-scale data center projects in Michigan. The bill adds Section 10ii to the state's utility law, halting regulatory approvals for these energy agreements during the specified moratorium period.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts data center expansion by halting energy approvals until 2027, directly limiting technology infrastructure growth and development.95% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 4, 2026

SB 794: Housing: landlord and tenants; use of certain software to share pricing information and set rent rates; prohibit. Amends title & sec. 1 of 1972 PA 348 (MCL 554.601) & adds sec. 1e.

SB 794 prohibits landlords from using algorithmic pricing software that incorporates nonpublic competitor data - such as actual rent prices or occupancy rates from other landlords - to coordinate rent pricing or enter into anti-competitive agreements. The bill defines "nonpublic competitor data" as information not widely available to the public and bans its use in software that advises landlords on rent amounts for prospective tenants. This directly affects landlords who rely on such tools to set or adjust rental rates. Violations would be treated as violations of Michigan's antitrust laws, potentially leading to penalties.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits landlords from using software to coordinate rent pricing with competitors, preventing anti-competitive rent hikes that harm tenants. Strengthens tenant protections by curbing collusion.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits algorithmic pricing software using nonpublic competitor data, restricting tech-enabled rent coordination. Not about privacy/cybersecurity but limits specific tech application.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Michigan · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 240: A resolution to urge a temporary pause on discretionary state-level incentives for data center construction, request a comprehensive review of the fiscal, utility, environmental, and local governance impacts of data center development in Michigan, and direct House committees to review these issues.

HR 240 is a resolution urging Michigan to pause state tax breaks and subsidies for new data center construction for one year. It directs state agencies to review the fiscal costs, electricity grid impacts, water use, environmental effects, and local governance concerns related to data center development, requiring reports within 12 months. The resolution also tasks specific House committees with examining local zoning, community input, and worker hiring practices for these projects. This applies directly to data center developers seeking state incentives and state agencies managing economic development programs.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesPauses state tax incentives for data centers, restricting fiscal support for corporate development per bill's explicit 'temporary pause' on discretionary tax breaks.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyPauses state tax incentives for data centers, restricting development and requiring impact reviews instead of advancing tech infrastructure.95% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Feb 26, 2026

HB 5579: Labor: fair employment practices; use of electronic monitoring or automated decisions tools by an employer; prohibit except for certain purposes. Creates new act.

HB 5579, the "Responsible Artificial Intelligence Security for Employees Act," prohibits most employers from using automated decisions tools (like AI for hiring) or electronic monitoring tools (like tracking software) for employment decisions affecting employees or job applicants. Employers may only use these tools for specific, limited purposes, such as screening large applicant volumes for job skills or monitoring essential work functions, safety, or compliance. The bill requires employers to obtain written consent from workers, provide clear notice of monitoring, ensure data accuracy, and use tools in the least invasive way possible. It directly affects all Michigan employers and their employees/applicants, creating new rules for technology use in the workplace.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits employer use of AI/monitoring tools in employment decisions, protecting worker rights under Labor: fair employment practices subject.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts employer use of AI and monitoring tools for employment decisions, limiting technology deployment in labor practices per bill's prohibitions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Gig Economy Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5594: Businesses: other; moratorium on certain approvals for and operation of any new data centers; provide for. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5596'26

HB 5594 creates a temporary moratorium on new data center development in Michigan, prohibiting local governments and the state Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy from approving site plans, permits, or licenses for new data centers from its effective date until April 1, 2027. It also bans any person from beginning operation of a new data center during this period. Violations of the operation ban carry daily civil fines of up to $1,000, enforceable by county prosecutors or the Attorney General. The bill directly affects data center developers, operators, and related businesses seeking to establish new facilities in Michigan during the moratorium. Note: This bill requires companion legislation (HB 5596) to take effect.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyMoratorium on new data center approvals/operations directly restricts technology infrastructure development and expansion.95% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House May 12, 2026

HB 5328: Aeronautics: unmanned aircraft systems; drones used by state government; require to follow the federal restricted drone list. Amends 2016 PA 436 (MCL 259.301 - 259.331) by adding sec. 10.

HB 5328 requires Michigan state and local government agencies to avoid purchasing or operating drones made by companies listed on specific U.S. federal restricted lists (including defense, military, and commerce sanctions lists). The law phases in restrictions: agencies must stop new purchases of prohibited drones after 2 years and stop operating them after 5 years, with exceptions for governors declaring emergencies. It excludes small drones already compliant with existing rules. This directly affects all public entities using government drones in Michigan.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts state drone procurement from sanctioned companies, limiting specific technology use for security compliance per federal lists.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

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passed · Michigan · House May 12, 2026

HB 5320: Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for flying over or trespassing on a key facility or critical infrastructure with an unmanned aircraft or vehicle; provide for. Amends 16b, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16b). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5319'25

HB 5320 amends Michigan's criminal sentencing guidelines to specifically address unauthorized drone flights over or trespassing on critical infrastructure, such as power plants or bridges. It would establish new sentencing standards for individuals operating unmanned aircraft or vehicles near these facilities, directly affecting drone operators who violate these restrictions. The bill modifies Section 16b of the Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure (MCL 777.16b) to create clear penalties for such offenses, moving beyond general trespass laws. This change aims to strengthen legal consequences for drone-related threats to public safety infrastructure.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands criminalization by establishing new sentencing penalties for drone trespass on critical infrastructure, increasing criminal penalties for specific aerial violations.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill imposes criminal penalties for unauthorized drone flights near critical infrastructure, restricting drone operations as a technology application.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Sentencing Emerging Technology

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in committee · Michigan · House May 12, 2026

HB 5324: Aeronautics: unmanned aircraft systems; adoption of an official no drone zone sign for use in this state; provide for. Amends 2016 PA 436 (MCL 259.301 - 259.331) by adding sec. 29.

HB 5324 standardizes "No Drone Zone" signage across Michigan by requiring the state Department of Transportation to adopt a sign based on the FAA's existing design. The sign must display "No Drone Zone" at the top, include a drone image with a red circle slash, state that drone takeoffs/landings are prohibited, and leave space for the specific local ordinance or law enforcing the restriction. This bill directly affects property owners, businesses, and local governments that currently post drone restrictions, providing a uniform format to clarify existing local drone prohibitions without creating new restrictions. The Department of Transportation will publish guidance for using the sign, which must align with current local rules governing drone operations.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts drone operations in designated zones, limiting unmanned aircraft system usage per FAA-aligned signage requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

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in committee · Michigan · House Dec 18, 2025

HB 5398: Property tax: exemptions; general property tax act; reflect repeal of data center tax exemptions. Amends sec. 7ff of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.7ff). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5396'25, HB 5397'25

HB 5398 amends Michigan's General Property Tax Act to remove a tax exemption for data centers located in Renaissance Zones. Specifically, it eliminates the exemption previously available for "eligible data center property" in zones approved by the Michigan Strategic Fund in 2016 with at least $100 million in investment. This change directly affects data center operators in designated Renaissance Zones who previously qualified for reduced property taxes. The bill updates Section 7ff of the tax act to reflect this repeal, ensuring data centers no longer receive the tax break.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRemoves tax exemption for data centers, closing a loophole to increase state revenue. Aligns with closing tax loopholes as a support indicator.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRemoves tax exemption for data centers, increasing operational costs and limiting financial incentives for tech infrastructure development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · Michigan · House Nov 6, 2025

HB 5222: Food: pricing; dynamic pricing of groceries; prohibit. Amends 2000 PA 92 (MCL 289.1101 - 289.8111) by adding sec. 5102. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5224'25

HB 5222 prohibits Michigan retail grocery stores from using dynamic pricing for food, which means they cannot change prices based on time of day, weather, or customer data like location or purchase history. The bill allows price adjustments only for spoilage, restocking, or time-limited promotions if made by employees, applied uniformly, and clearly posted. Grocery stores must keep detailed price change records for 12 months and make them available to authorities upon request. Violations would be enforced under Michigan's Consumer Protection Act, directly affecting all grocery retailers operating in the state.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits dynamic pricing using customer data (location/purchase history), restricting tech-driven price adjustments. Directly limits application of data analytics in retail pricing models.85% confidence

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