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MI SB0322

MI SB0322
Energy: alternative sources; energy waste reduction and electrification standards, renewable energy goals, and MPSC certification preempting local zoning; reverse changes made by 2023 public acts 229, 235, and 233, respectively. Amends title & heading subpt. A of pt. 2 & secs. 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 22, 28, 29, 39, 45, 47, 49, 71, 73, 75, 77, 78, 91, 93, 173, 177 & 191 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1001 et seq.); repeals secs. 32, 51, 53, 72, 80, 80a, 101 & 103 & pt. 8 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1032 et


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Introduced
05/21/2025
In Committee
05/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

103rd Legislature

Bill Summary

A bill to amend 2008 PA 295, entitled"Clean and renewable energy and energy waste reduction act,"by amending the title, the heading of subpart A of part 2, and sections 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 22, 28, 29, 39, 45, 47, 49, 71, 73, 75, 77, 78, 91, 93, 173, 177, and 191 (MCL 460.1001, 460.1003, 460.1005, 460.1007, 460.1009, 460.1011, 460.1013, 460.1022, 460.1028, 460.1029, 460.1039, 460.1045, 460.1047, 460.1049, 460.1071, 460.1073, 460.1075, 460.1077, 460.1078, 460.1091, 460.1093, 460.1173, 460.1177, and 460.1191), the title, the heading of subpart A of part 2, and sections 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 22, 28, 29, 39, 45, 47, 49, 173, 177, and 191 as amended by 2023 PA 235 and sections 71, 73, 75, 77, 78, 91, and 93 as amended by 2023 PA 229; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.

AI Summary

This bill makes comprehensive changes to Michigan's Clean and Renewable Energy and Energy Waste Reduction Act, focusing on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and distributed generation standards. The key provisions include: adjusting the renewable energy credit portfolio requirements to set a goal of 35% of the state's electric needs being met through energy waste reduction and renewable energy by 2025; modifying distributed generation program limits by reducing the overall cap from 10% to 1% of an electric utility's average peak load; establishing different net metering approaches for small (20 kilowatts or less) and larger distributed generation systems; removing certain previous definitions related to clean energy and carbon capture; expanding the definition of renewable energy resources to include more waste-based fuel sources; and creating new categories like advanced cleaner energy systems. The bill also adjusts energy waste reduction standards, financial incentive structures for utilities, and provides mechanisms for utilities to recover costs associated with renewable energy investments. Additionally, the bill repeals several sections of the existing law related to clean energy plans and infrastructure, and its implementation is tied to the passage of a companion Senate bill. The overall intent appears to be providing more flexibility in renewable energy sourcing while maintaining a focus on cost-effectiveness and grid reliability.

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Government Affairs

Sponsors (12)

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Government Operations (on 05/21/2025)

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