Legislation Proposes Electing Energy Regulators

Legislation Proposes Electing Energy Regulators

The three members of the Michigan Public Service Commission would be elected under recently introduced legislation. Currently, commissioners are appointed by the governor for staggered six-year terms. Key Points: House Bills 5676 and 5677 were introduced by...
Annual Energy Report Released

Annual Energy Report Released

The annual report by the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) was released, pointing to what they believe are significant improvements to reliability, affordability, and consumer protections. Under law, the commission must file an annual report prior to the first...
Last Week on the MLC Blog

Last Week on the MLC Blog

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… Get to know MLC President Tim Ward in our “Beyond the Bio” feature. A spotlight on Representative Curt VanderWall, chair of the House Health Policy Committee. A special primary election was held in...
Annual Energy Report Released

Electric Choice Program Remains Successful

Michigan electricity providers remain at or near the 10% statutory cap in 2025 in the state’s electric choice program, according to the annual report by the Michigan Public Service Commission. Under PA 286 of 2008, electric choice is limited to 10% of a utility’s...
House Passes Nuclear Energy Legislation

House Passes Nuclear Energy Legislation

This week, the Michigan House passed legislation seeking to drive investment in advanced nuclear and hydrogen energy in Michigan. The goal of the proposal is to cement the state’s position as a global leader in the development of next-generation nuclear technologies....