MI HB5908

Increases maximum administrative fine for violations of gas safety standards from $10,000 to $20,000 per violation per day, with overall cap increasing from $500,000 to $800,000 for related series of violations.

Requires Public Service Commission to provide notice of probable violations and proposed fines, and offer informal discussion opportunity before issuing final fines.

Allows violators to petition for formal review through administrative procedures; establishes factors commission must consider when determining fine amounts including violation gravity, good-faith compliance efforts, and ability to pay.

Requires commission to post federal pipeline safety reports (49 USC 60105) on its website while excluding state employee information.

Authorizes commission to conduct research, testing, development, and training on gas safety standards and furnish safety information to federal Department of Transportation upon request.