Michigan SB0930 amends electric utility regulations to establish guidelines for certificate applications for major transmission lines.

Michigan SB0930 amends the Public Utilities Act to establish guidelines for applications for certificates of public convenience and necessity for major transmission lines. The bill mandates public notice for affected municipalities and landowners, outlines the commission's role in granting or denying applications, and sets conditions for certificate issuance. It also specifies the information required in the notice, including details about the proposed and alternate routes, and the process for handling alternative routes.

Michigan SB0930 amends electric utility regulations to establish guidelines for certificate applications for major transmission lines.

Michigan SB0930 amends the Public Utilities Act to establish guidelines for applications for certificates of public convenience and necessity for major transmission lines. The bill mandates public notice for affected municipalities and landowners, outlines the commission's role in granting or denying applications, and sets conditions for certificate issuance. It also specifies the information required in the notice, including details about the proposed and alternate routes, and the process for handling alternative routes.