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HB 5711·MI·house

Energy: alternative sources; clean and renewable energy standards; eliminate. Amends title & secs. 1, 3, 7, 9, 11, 75, 77, 83, 87, 101, 173 & 191 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1001 et seq.) & repeals subpt. A of pt. 2 & sec. 179 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1022 - 460.1054 & 460.1179). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5710'26

Passed One ChamberFiled Mar 11, 2026
Sponsor: Pat Outman
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REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS

May 14, 2026

Summary

The measure updates the Clean and Renewable Energy and Energy Waste Reduction Act, directing electric and natural‑gas providers to establish and recover costs for renewable, clean‑energy and energy‑waste‑reduction programs. It also creates a Wind Energy Resource Zone Board, streamlines transmission line siting, and sets rules for net‑metering, residential improvement programs, and certification of wind, solar and storage projects. The changes aim to diversify Michigan’s energy mix, improve reliability, and return any savings to customers.

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