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Michigan Families Face Back-to-Back Rate Hikes as Consumers Energy Plans Another Electric Bill Increase
Consumers Energy announced plans to seek another electric rate increase just seven days after the MPSC approved a $276.6 million hike, drawing criticism from Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel who called the pattern "truly broken."
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
MPSC Approves 1,332 MW Battery Storage Projects as DTE Electric Builds Nation's Largest Utility Energy Storage Portfolio
MPSC approves six battery storage projects totaling 1,332 MW, bringing DTE Electric's total storage capacity to 2,606 MW and making it one of the nation's largest utility-owned energy storage portfolios.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·5 sources - policy
DTE Promises Rate Freeze Through 2028 But Ties Deal to Data Center Approval and Current Rate Hike
DTE Energy promises to freeze electric rates through 2028 but ties the deal to approval of its current rate increase and the successful launch of a Saline Township data center, prompting criticism from Attorney General Dana Nessel who called it a ransom note.
5h ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - politics
Michigan Lawmakers Push Utility Rate Freeze as Bills Aim to Block Annual Electricity Increases
Michigan Democratic senators and U.S. Representative Haley Stevens introduce utility reform legislation to block annual electricity rate increases and protect families from rising energy costs.
April 16, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - budget
MPSC Approves 1.3 GW Battery Storage Portfolio for DTE Electric, Including 332 MW Supporting Oracle Data Center
MPSC approves 1.3 GW battery storage portfolio for DTE Electric, including 332 MW supporting Oracle's AI data center. Attorney General's challenge to data center contracts denied.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - policy
Michigan Senate Committee Advances Virtual Power Plant Bills to Lower Electricity Bills
Michigan Senate Energy and Environment Committee approved bills 731 and 732 to establish virtual power plant programs that would allow homeowners to reduce electricity bills by contributing distributed energy resources to the grid.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·7 sources - policy
Michigan Public Service Commission Approves Massive Battery Storage Projects Amid Rising Utility Rates
Michigan's Public Service Commission has approved six battery storage projects totaling 1,332MW, including facilities to support Oracle's data center, as utilities seek rate hikes to fund infrastructure investments.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - governor
Michigan MPSC Approves 1.3 GW Battery Storage Projects, 332 MW to Serve Oracle Data Center Despite Controversy
Michigan MPSC approved 1,332 MW of battery storage projects, including 332 MW to serve Oracle's data center, despite Attorney General pushback on data center contracts and utility rate approvals.
April 2, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - policy
MPSC Approves 1.3 GW Energy Storage Contracts Including Huron County Data Center Deal
Michigan Public Service Commission approved six energy storage projects totaling 1,332 megawatts, including a 450 MW Big Mitten Energy Center in Huron County with a 20-year tolling agreement for DTE Electric.
April 17, 2026·Michigan Capitol·1 source - policy
Consumers Energy Files Another Rate Hike Request Days After MPSC Approval Sparks Attorney General Fury
Consumers Energy files new electric rate hike request just days after MPSC approves $276.6 million increase, prompting Attorney General Nessel to call the system truly broken as she calls for legislative reform.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·4 sources - policy
Michigan Unlocks $51 Million for EV Charging Network Expansion After Federal Approval
Michigan unlocks $51 million in federal NEVI funds to expand electric vehicle charging network after Federal Highway Administration approval of state's 2026 infrastructure plan.
April 7, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - courts
Michigan Senate Committee Advances Violent Crime Clearance Act Amid Calls for More Resources
Michigan Senate Committee passes Violent Crime Clearance Act to help law enforcement solve more violent crimes through additional resources and technology upgrades
April 9, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Consumers Energy Plans to Sell 13 Aging Dams to Private Equity Firm in Controversial Deal
Consumers Energy plans to sell 13 aging dams to private equity firm Confluence Hydro for $13 total in a deal critics say would cost ratepayers billions over 30 years while generating $270 million in utility profits.
April 8, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Consumers Energy's Dam Sale Plan Sparks Controversy Over Public Land Access and River Stewardship
Consumers Energy proposes selling 13 hydropower dams to private equity firm for $13, sparking debate over public land access, river stewardship, and environmental impacts across West Michigan.
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources - governor
Michigan MPSC Approves $276.6 Million Consumers Energy Rate Hike Despite Attorney General Challenge
MPSC approves 8.9% rate increase for Consumers Energy to strengthen grid reliability, despite Attorney General's criticism and growing concerns about utility oversight
April 5, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - policy
Michigan House Rejects Auto Insurance Reform Bill in Blistering 45-63 Defeat
The Michigan House defeated a no-fault auto insurance reform bill 45-63, ending a bipartisan effort to lower rates while protecting accident victims from inadequate treatment.
5d ago·Michigan Capitol·2 sources - policy
Michigan Approves 1,332 MW Battery Storage Projects, Including $16B Oracle Data Center Power
Michigan Public Service Commission approves 1,332 MW of battery energy storage projects, including 332 MW to support Oracle's 1,383 MW data center in Saline Township, bringing DTE Electric's total storage capacity to 2,606 MW.
April 6, 2026·Michigan Capitol·3 sources - legislature
Michigan Senate Committee Advances Child Care Reform Bills Aiming to Lower Costs and Expand Access
Michigan Senate Housing and Human Services Committee advances child care reform bills that would codify the Tri-Share program, tie reimbursement rates to inflation, and clarify neglect definitions to make child care more affordable and accessible for families across the state.
April 1, 2026·Michigan Capitol·6 sources