HB5540

Public utilities: electric utilities; certificate of public convenience and necessity; allow qualified transmission companies to obtain. Amends sec. 2 of 1995 PA 30 (MCL 460.562). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5538'26, HB 5539'26

Introduced·2/19/26
Introduced Text

Allows qualified transmission companies to obtain a certificate of public convenience and necessity for major transmission lines.

This bill amends the Michigan Public Service Commission Act to allow qualified transmission companies to obtain a certificate of public convenience and necessity for major transmission lines. It defines key terms such as "major transmission line," "independent transmission company," and "preconstruction activity." The bill also specifies that it will not take effect unless certain related bills are enacted into law.

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History

Feb 24

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 02/19/2026

Feb 19

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Brad Paquette

Feb 19

House

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