Michigan SB0931 mandates electric utilities to use existing rights-of-way for new electronic transmission infrastructure.

Michigan SB0931 amends the Public Utilities Act to require electric utilities with 50,000 or more residential customers to use existing rights-of-way for new electronic transmission infrastructure. The bill mandates that applications for a certificate to construct a major transmission line must include detailed descriptions, cost estimates, and evaluations of alternate routes. It also requires information on public and private benefits, potential health and safety effects, and compliance with environmental standards.

Michigan SB0931 mandates electric utilities to use existing rights-of-way for new electronic transmission infrastructure.

Michigan SB0931 amends the Public Utilities Act to require electric utilities with 50,000 or more residential customers to use existing rights-of-way for new electronic transmission infrastructure. The bill mandates that applications for a certificate to construct a major transmission line must include detailed descriptions, cost estimates, and evaluations of alternate routes. It also requires information on public and private benefits, potential health and safety effects, and compliance with environmental standards.