Energy (Pipeline Infrastructure)

in committee · Michigan · Senate Apr 23, 2026

SB 930: Public utilities: electric utilities; guidelines for applications for certificates of public convenience and necessity; provide for. Amends sec. 8 of 1995 PA 30 (MCL 460.568).

This bill updates Michigan's rules for electric utilities seeking permission to build major new transmission lines. It requires companies to send detailed, plain-language notices by mail and in local newspapers to all municipalities and landowners near proposed routes, including maps and contact information for public comment. The legislation also grants affected landowners and municipalities full legal standing to participate in the review process and sets a one-year deadline for the state commission to approve or deny applications. Additionally, the bill mandates that if a project is not started within five years of approval, the permit becomes invalid.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill enhances transparency and public participation in transmission line approvals, protecting infrastructure development and consumer interests.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Pipeline Infrastructure Transmission

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 5, 2026

HB 5668: State management: other; release of carbon dioxide from certain carbon capture projects; require department to develop training for. Amends 1976 PA 390 (MCL 30.401 - 30.421) by adding sec. 8a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5664'26, HB 5665'26, HB 5666'26, HB 5667'26, HB 5669'26

This bill requires Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services to create and offer free training for emergency responders, healthcare facilities, and operators involved with carbon dioxide capture, pipeline, and sequestration projects. The training will cover identifying carbon dioxide releases, communication procedures, evacuation protocols, and medical treatment for exposure. The bill also establishes a state fund to finance the training program and provide grants for emergency preparedness equipment, response planning, and related safety measures.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill supports carbon capture infrastructure by funding emergency response training, which protects and strengthens energy projects related to CO2 sequestration.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates free training for healthcare facilities and emergency responders on CO2 exposure treatment, strengthening emergency preparedness and medical response capabilities.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Pipeline Infrastructure Tags Emergency Management

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 10, 2026

SB 827: State management: other; release of carbon dioxide from certain carbon capture projects; require department to develop training for. Amends 1976 PA 390 (MCL 30.401 - 30.421) by adding sec. 8a. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0822'26, SB 0823'26, SB 0824'26, SB 0825'26, SB 0826'26

This bill requires Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services to develop and provide free training on responding to carbon dioxide releases from capture, pipeline, or sequestration projects. The training covers identifying leaks, communication procedures, evacuation protocols, and medical treatment for exposure, and must be made available to disaster relief forces, project operators, healthcare facilities, and first responders. The legislation also creates a state fund to support the training program and grants for local governments and emergency response equipment related to carbon dioxide safety. The bill only takes effect if five other related bills are also enacted into law.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill strengthens carbon capture infrastructure safety and training, supporting energy infrastructure development and public protection for emerging energy technologies.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates training for healthcare facilities and first responders on CO2 exposure, improving emergency response capabilities and protecting public health.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Pipeline Infrastructure

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 5, 2026

HB 5665: Environmental protection: air pollution; petroleum and carbon dioxide pipeline act; exclude carbon capture projects and sequestration projects and provide conditions for pipeline approval. Amends title & secs. 1, 3 & 11 of 1929 PA 16 (MCL 483.1 et. seq.) & adds secs. 13 & 15. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5664'26, HB 5666'26, HB 5667'26, HB 5668'26, HB 5669'26

This bill updates Michigan's existing pipeline regulations to include carbon dioxide transport while explicitly exempting carbon capture and sequestration projects from oversight. It requires companies building pipelines for oil, petroleum products, or carbon dioxide to obtain approval from the Michigan Public Service Commission, which will review applications for public safety, environmental stewardship, and market conditions. The legislation also clarifies that producers, refiners, and private pipeline operators without public interest involvement remain outside the commission's regulatory authority. By adding new sections to the state's pipeline act, the bill establishes a formal approval process that considers alternative routes and infrastructure options before granting permission for new pipeline construction.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands pipeline regulations to include carbon dioxide transport, supporting carbon capture infrastructure development and energy infrastructure modernization.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill explicitly exempts carbon capture and sequestration projects from oversight while expanding pipeline regulations, potentially weakening environmental protections for CO2 transport.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Utility Regulation Air Quality

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in committee · Michigan · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 5553: Natural resources: gas and oil; condemnation of property for carbon dioxide pipelines; prohibit. Amends sec. 2 of 1929 PA 16 (MCL 483.2).

HB 5553 amends Michigan's pipeline law to remove the right to use eminent domain (government property seizure) for carbon dioxide pipelines. It specifically eliminates the provision that previously allowed pipeline companies to condemn private property for transporting carbon dioxide, which currently applies to crude oil and petroleum pipelines. This change directly affects companies planning to build carbon dioxide pipelines, requiring them to negotiate land access with property owners instead of using condemnation. The bill modifies Section 2 of the 1929 pipeline statute (MCL 483.2), limiting condemnation rights to only crude oil and petroleum pipelines. This is a concrete policy change to the property rights mechanism for pipeline development.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRemoves eminent domain for CO2 pipelines, hindering carbon capture infrastructure development tied to fossil fuel operations, opposing clean energy infrastructure advancement.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRemoves eminent domain for CO2 pipelines, hindering carbon capture infrastructure that reduces emissions, directly weakening climate mitigation efforts.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Apr 30, 2025

SB 275: Public utilities: natural gas utilities; local units of government imposing a ban on the use of natural gas or installation of natural gas infrastructure; prohibit. Creates new act.

SB 275 creates a new act to prohibit local governments in Michigan from imposing bans on the use of natural gas. It also prevents counties, cities, villages, and townships from prohibiting the installation of natural gas infrastructure within their jurisdictions. Any local ordinance, resolution, or policy adopted by a municipality on or after the bill's effective date that violates these provisions would be deemed void and unenforceable. This bill directly affects local governments and their ability to regulate natural gas use and infrastructure.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks local bans on natural gas infrastructure, actively supporting fossil fuel use over renewable alternatives90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentPrevents local bans on natural gas infrastructure, opposing climate initiatives that would limit fossil fuel use and weaken local environmental protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Tags Local Government

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passed · Michigan · House May 14, 2025

HR 91: A resolution to support President Trump’s policies to increase the nation’s energy infrastructure and security, which have facilitated emergency permitting for the Enbridge Line 5 project.

House Resolution 91 is a resolution expressing support for President Trump’s policies aimed at increasing the nation’s energy infrastructure and security. The resolution specifically highlights how these policies have facilitated emergency permitting for the Enbridge Line 5 tunnel project, intended to replace an existing pipeline under the Straits of Mackinac.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill explicitly supports fossil fuel pipeline infrastructure (Enbridge Line 5) through emergency permitting, opposing renewable energy development by prioritizing fossil fuels over clean energy alternatives.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill supports emergency permitting for Enbridge Line 5 pipeline, bypassing environmental reviews to prioritize energy infrastructure over environmental protections.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill supports emergency permitting for Enbridge Line 5 pipeline, a transportation infrastructure project, advancing energy infrastructure policies under transportation topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pipeline Infrastructure

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passed · Michigan · Senate Sep 4, 2025

SB 395: Natural resources: gas and oil; definitions in the crude oil and petroleum act; update. Amends sec. 1 of 1929 PA 16 (MCL 483.1). TIE BAR WITH: SB 394'25

SB 395 updates the definition of "carbon dioxide substance" in Michigan's oil and gas law to explicitly include CO₂ used in enhanced oil recovery operations or storage. This affects companies handling CO₂ for oil extraction and the Michigan Public Service Commission, which regulates these activities. The bill clarifies that carbon sequestration wells operating under existing environmental laws (Part 651 of the Natural Resources Act) are excluded from new regulatory requirements. It does not change existing pipeline rights or create new obligations, solely refining definitions for clarity.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill facilitates fossil fuel extraction via CO₂ EOR in oil/gas law, removing regulatory barriers without promoting renewables. This favors fossil fuels over clean energy standards.85% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentExcludes carbon sequestration wells from new regulatory requirements, weakening potential environmental oversight for oil and gas operations using CO₂.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure Utility Regulation

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passed both · Michigan · House Jan 14, 2026

HB 4486: Public utilities: natural gas utilities; local units of government imposing a ban on the use of natural gas or installation of natural gas infrastructure; prohibit. Creates new act.

HB 4486 prohibits Michigan municipalities from banning natural gas use or the installation of natural gas infrastructure, directly affecting cities, towns, counties, and townships. The bill makes any local ordinance, resolution, or policy that restricts natural gas use or infrastructure void and unenforceable starting from its effective date. It specifically targets bans on residential, commercial, or industrial natural gas applications and related infrastructure like pipelines. This legislation ensures that local governments cannot block natural gas services or new installations within their jurisdictions.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyProhibits local bans on natural gas infrastructure, directly supporting fossil fuel use over renewable energy alternatives by blocking municipal restrictions.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentPrevents local bans on natural gas infrastructure, blocking climate action and environmental protections by maintaining fossil fuel reliance.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas Pipeline Infrastructure

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in committee · Michigan · House Oct 21, 2025

HB 4526: Public utilities: other; challenges to utility projects; revise. Amends sec. 6 of 1980 PA 87 (MCL 213.56).

HB 4526 amends Michigan's condemnation law to clarify how courts review the "public necessity" of utility projects (like power lines) when property owners challenge them. It requires courts to hold hearings within 30 days of a challenge and decide within 60 days, prioritizing transmission line routes near public land, existing rights-of-way, or property boundaries. For private utility projects, courts must determine necessity based on evidence, while certificates from the Public Service Commission create a "prima facie" case for necessity. The bill also limits appeals of court rulings on necessity to require court permission, streamlining the process for utility companies and property owners.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyStreamlines court reviews for utility projects, prioritizing transmission lines and reducing delays, facilitating energy infrastructure deployment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Pipeline Infrastructure Transmission Utility Regulation

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