MI HB4482

Changes "shall have" to "has" to clarify that independent and affiliated transmission companies currently possess the power to condemn property necessary to transmit electric energy for public use, subject to specific exceptions.

Prohibits transmission companies from circumventing private agreements existing on July 12, 2004 under which they lease rights-of-way from utilities for electric transmission facilities.

Prohibits transmission companies from condemning utility property in a manner that unreasonably disrupts service to customers; disputes require Michigan Public Service Commission determination within 180 days (or up to 210 days if parties agree complexity requires additional time).

Defines "affiliated transmission company" as an entity that joined a regional transmission organization and transmits electricity in Michigan using owned facilities, but is not independent of an electric utility generating or distributing to retail customers in the state.

Defines "independent transmission company" as an entity that joined a regional transmission organization and transmits electricity in Michigan using owned facilities, and is not affiliated with an electric utility generating or distributing to retail customers in the state.