MI SB0346

Expands definitions of "affiliated transmission company" and "independent transmission company" to include entities that "propose to be engaged" in electricity transmission, not just those currently engaged in transmission activities

Removes the requirement that transmission companies' facilities must have been transferred or divested from electric utilities that were operating in Michigan as of December 31, 2000

Removes the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission determination requirement for affiliated transmission companies joining a regional transmission organization

Allows new transmission companies that meet regional transmission organization requirements to potentially obtain certificates of public convenience and necessity for transmission lines

Bill's effective date is contingent on enactment of two other bills: House Bill No. ____ (request no. H01720'25) and House Bill No. ____ (request no. H02281'25)