Energy, Technology Archives - Page 4 of 7

November 27, 2012

Security Alarm Legislation Pushed to Next Week in House

The House Energy and Technology committee today was expected to take up SB 1291 and 1292 but instead decided to hold it over until next week. If you recall, the League was able to get the local preemption language narrowed…

November 13, 2012

The League Wants You… To Serve On a Legislative Committee

With 2012 coming to an end in the next month and half, it is time to get the word out again about the League’s Legislative Committees. We hope that you will consider being a member of one (or two) of…

November 7, 2012

MPSC Annual Franchise Survey Available

In accordance with PA 480 of 2006, the Uniform Video Services Local Franchise Act, the Michigan Public Service Commission is soliciting feedback in its annual franchise survey. We are encouraging our members to participate. You can find the form online…

October 1, 2012

Internet Security Systems Bills Pass Senate with League Amendments

The Senate passed SB 1291 and 1292, bills that would provide for regulation of a new product on the market that allows any web access device to be used to remotely control security and other devices (heater/air conditioner, etc) in…

September 21, 2012

CRC Webinar and Analysis of 25×25 Renewable Energy Ballot Question

At the November 6, 2012 general election a number of ballot initiatives will be presented to Michigan voters. The Citizens Research Council (CRC) has issued a comprehensive review of Proposal 3, asking voters to amend the Michigan Constitution to require…

September 20, 2012

Bills Dealing with Internet Security Systems Pass Committee

Today, the Senate Economic Development Committee passed SBs 1291 and 1292. These bills would provide for regulation of a new product on the market that allows any web access device to be used to remotely control security and other devices…

September 17, 2012

CRC offers issue analysis of PA 4 ballot initiative and webinars of all ballot initiatives

At the November 6, 2012 general election a number of ballot initiatives will be presented to Michigan voters. The Citizens Research Council (CRC) has issued a comprehensive review of Proposal 1, the initiative to repeal PA 4 of 2011, the…

September 12, 2012

Energy performance contract legislation passes House committee

Yesterday the House Energy & Technology committee passed HB 5727, a bill that allows the state to enter into energy performance contracts to reduce energy costs. As introduced the legislation placed a mandate on local units of government to enter…

August 6, 2012

League to Have Free Webinar for Members on Natural Gas Purchasing Program

|The Michigan Municipal League is launching a Natural Gas Purchasing Program designed to help League members save money on their natural gas whether they are with a traditional provider or a third party. The first signup opportunity has a September 1, 2012 deadline, so…