SB0627

Public utilities: electric utilities; approval of sale, assignment, transfer, or encumbrance of utility assets; modify factors. Amends sec. 6q of 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.6q).

Introduced·10/30/25
Introduced Text

Michigan SB0627 modifies factors for Michigan Public Service Commission approval of electric utility asset transactions.

Michigan SB0627 amends the Michigan Public Service Commission's criteria for approving sales, assignments, transfers, or encumbrances of electric utility assets. The bill outlines specific factors the commission must consider, such as the impact on energy service reliability and customer rates. It also mandates that the commission may impose conditions to protect customers and the utility. The bill specifies that confidential information submitted by utilities is exempt from public disclosure and that the commission can issue protective orders for such information.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Reported Favorably Without Amendment 6/18/2026

11 Yea

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1 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 18

1:30 PM

Senate Energy and Environment

May 21

1:30 PM

Senate Energy and Environment

History

Jun 23

Senate

Reported Favorably Without Amendment 6/18/2026

Jun 23

Senate

Referred To Committee Of The Whole

Dec 11, 2025

Senate

Senate Co-sponsor(s) Named: John Cherry