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MI SB0036

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/19/2023

Primary Sponsor

John Cherry

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Origin

Senate

102nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Adds definition of "electrical energy supply agency" to include electric utilities, independent transmission companies, municipal electric utility systems, and electric cooperative utilities and their subsidiaries, affiliates, contractors, or subcontractors.

  • Expands exemption from electrical contractor licensing to include electrical wiring for renewable energy sources when performed by apprentice electricians under supervision of a licensed journeyman or master electrician.

  • Allows unlicensed individuals to alter or repair electrical equipment for renewable energy generation sources not owned by an electrical energy supply agency without requiring a license.

  • Modifies references throughout the article to "electrical energy supply agency" in place of "electric light and power utility" and updates language regarding fire alarm contractors and communication systems.

  • Clarifies that electric signs definition and exemptions apply to fixed, stationary, or portable self-contained electrically illuminated equipment with words or symbols designed to convey information or attract attention.

Legislative Description

Occupations: electricians; definition of electrical energy supply agency; provide for, and expand the exemption from licensure under article 7 of the skilled trades regulation act for certain actions. Amends secs. 701 & 737 of 2016 PA 407 (MCL 339.5701 & 339.5737).

Public utilities: public service commission

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Labor

1/19/2023

Committee Referrals

Labor1/19/2023

Full Bill Text

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