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MI HB5764

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Will Snyder

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Origin

House of Representatives

103rd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Allows electric utility customers to install plug-in photovoltaic systems (small portable solar devices) with up to 1,200 watts maximum output without going through distributed generation program requirements or interconnection approval processes.

  • Prohibits electric providers from requiring prior approval, charging fees, or mandating additional equipment beyond what is integrated into qualifying plug-in solar systems.

  • Requires customers to notify their electric provider within 30 days of installation using a commission-developed form that includes service address, inverter capacity, and compliance statement.

  • Qualifying systems must connect through standard 120-volt outlets, include automatic shutoff during power outages, meet National Electric Code standards, and be certified by Underwriters Laboratories or equivalent testing laboratory.

  • Electric providers are shielded from liability for any damage or injury caused by customer installation and use of these plug-in solar systems.

Legislative Description

Energy: alternative sources; regulations regarding small portable solar generation devices; provide for. Amends 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1001 - 460.1232) by adding sec. 115.

Energy: alternative sources

Last Action

Bill Electronically Reproduced 03/19/2026

4/14/2026

Committee Referrals

Energy3/19/2026

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