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.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill prevents local governments in Michigan from banning the use of natural gas or prohibiting the installation of natural gas infrastructure. It establishes that local ordinances, resolutions, and policies restricting natural gas use or installation are invalid. The bill aims to ensure that natural gas remains an available energy option for residents and businesses within Michigan municipalities. It clarifies key terms related to the bill’s subject matter.
Key provisions
- Prohibits municipalities from banning natural gas use.
- Prohibits municipalities from banning the installation of natural gas infrastructure.
- Defines ‘governing body’ as the legislative body of a municipality.
- Defines ‘municipality’ as a county, city, village, or township.
- Defines ‘natural gas infrastructure’ as equipment used in the transportation or distribution of natural gas.
- Any existing ordinances, resolutions, or policies violating the prohibition are void.
- The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Who is affected
- Counties
- Cities
- Villages
- Townships
- Local governments
Notable changes
- Current local ordinances restricting natural gas use or installation would be unenforceable.
- The bill establishes a statewide prohibition against such local bans.
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