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MI HB5042
Bill
Status
11/3/2015
Primary Sponsor
Lee Chatfield
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AI Summary
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Allows state and political subdivision facilities to purchase all or any portion of electricity from alternative electric suppliers without counting toward the 10% cap on alternative supplier usage.
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Requires customers claiming state or political subdivision facility status to submit an affidavit to the Michigan Public Service Commission, with a 10-day challenge period and formal investigation process if reasonable cause exists.
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Defines "political subdivision" as a county, city, village, township, or authority for purposes of this exemption.
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Excludes electricity purchased under this provision and any behind-the-meter generation from counting toward the 10% alternative supplier usage limit established for other retail customers.
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
Public utilities; electric utilities; eligibility to purchase electricity from an alternative electric supplier; include facilities owned or leased by this state or its political subdivisions. Amends sec. 10a of 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.10a).
Energy: alternative sources
Last Action
Printed Bill Filed 11/04/2015
11/4/2015