Michigan HB5982 requires public utilities to treat contracts for large-load data centers as contested cases.

Michigan HB5982 amends the Public Utilities Act to mandate that public utilities treat contracts for large-load data centers as contested cases. A large-load data center is defined as a facility with a projected peak electric demand of 100 megawatts or more within 36 months. The Michigan Public Service Commission must review these contracts as contested cases, ensuring they do not receive preferential rates or conditions. This review process is governed by the Administrative Procedures Act of 1969. The bill does not alter existing ratemaking standards or limit the commission's discretion.

Michigan HB5982 requires public utilities to treat contracts for large-load data centers as contested cases.

Michigan HB5982 amends the Public Utilities Act to mandate that public utilities treat contracts for large-load data centers as contested cases. A large-load data center is defined as a facility with a projected peak electric demand of 100 megawatts or more within 36 months. The Michigan Public Service Commission must review these contracts as contested cases, ensuring they do not receive preferential rates or conditions. This review process is governed by the Administrative Procedures Act of 1969. The bill does not alter existing ratemaking standards or limit the commission's discretion.