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HB 5764 — Plug-In Solar Device Consumer Access Act

Pending
Current Status
Last verified: March 2026

Legislative Status

Introduced. No committee vote yet.

Sponsored by: Rep. Jenn Hill

Legislation Progress

Introduced

15%

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Introduced
In Committee
Passed Committee
One Chamber
Both Chambers
Gov. Desk
Enacted

Passage Likelihood

45%

Introduced but no committee vote yet. Michigan has a Democratic trifecta since 2023. Governor Whitmer is a strong clean energy advocate. Utility opposition from Consumers Energy and DTE is the main risk. Year-round session gives flexibility.

Session Deadline

Year-round (no fixed adjournment)

Legislative calendar cutoff

Expected Timeline

Committee vote possible Spring–Summer 2026. Governor Whitmer expected to sign if passed.

Key Provisions

Would exempt certified plug-in solar devices from MPSC interconnection requirements.

What This Means for You

What You Can Do

If passed: self-install without Consumers Energy or DTE Energy approval.

Current Limitations

Law not yet enacted. Michigan utilities currently require interconnection agreements.

Available Rebates & Incentives

Michigan property tax exemption for solar systems up to 150 kW (100% exemption on added home value). Michigan Distributed Generation (net billing) program provides bill credits for excess solar. Lansing Board of Water & Light offers $500/kW solar rebate (up to $2,000 for 4 kW) for LBWL customers. The federal 30% ITC (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025.

Official Bill Reference

Introduced · In Committee (2026)
View Full Bill Text — HB 5764

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Limited Retail Electricity Choice

Michigan has limited retail electricity choice. Some customers in certain utility territories may be able to access plug-in solar through an energy provider bundle.

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Michigan Solar Data

Avg. Electricity Rate17.9¢/kWh
TOU Peak Spread
5¢/kWh
Est. Annual Savings~$178/yr
Last UpdatedMarch 2026

A 5¢/kWh TOU spread offers modest peak-shifting value. Battery storage adds some savings here, but the primary benefit is backup power during outages.

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