Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session

Michigan Senate Bill SB0084

Introduced

2/12/25

Refer

2/12/25

Caption

Construction: housing; ordinance prohibiting the use of energy-efficient appliances in new or existing residential buildings; prohibit local units of government from enacting. Amends sec. 13a of 1972 PA 230 (MCL 125.1513a).

Impact

The implications of SB0084 are significant as it effectively centralizes the authority over building regulations and appliance usage at the state level. Supporters argue that such a move enhances energy efficiency by preventing local restrictions on gas-burning appliances, thus promoting their usage. The bill seeks to standardize practices across the state and potentially streamline the construction and renovation processes for builders by eliminating the possibility of differing local regulations regarding energy-efficient appliance installations.

Summary

Senate Bill 84 (SB0084) aims to amend the Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act in the state of Michigan. Specifically, it prohibits local governments from adopting ordinances that restrict the use of gas-burning appliances in new or existing residential and commercial buildings. The bill stipulates that the construction code must include provisions to ensure that certain appliances, which require a continuously burning pilot light for operation, are not installed in buildings. This includes specific definitions and limitations on central furnaces, clothes dryers, and household cooking appliances based on their energy input rates and design specifications.

Contention

However, the bill has been met with contention from various advocacy groups and local officials who believe that it undermines local control. Critics argue that local governments should retain the authority to regulate building codes in a way that fits their specific community needs and environmental policies. The tension revolves around the balance between state-wide regulation intended for uniformity and the rights of local units of government to govern according to their unique circumstances and priorities.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MI SB0041

MI HB4761

Energy: conservation and efficiency; process to allow public comment; provide for. Amends secs. 1, 7, 9, 13, 22, 71, 73, 75, 77 & 78 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1001 et seq.) & adds secs. 80, 80a & 80b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4760'23

MI HB4603

Construction: other; use of design-build constructing for certain school buildings; allow. Amends secs. 1, 1a & 2 of 1937 PA 306 (MCL 388.851 et seq.).

MI SB0314

Construction: other; use of design-build constructing for certain school buildings; allow. Amends secs. 1, 1a & 2 of 1937 PA 306 (MCL 388.851 et seq.).

MI SB0976

Employment security: other; updates to the employment security act; provide for. Amends secs. 11, 11a, 12, 13, 13a, 13b, 13c, 13d, 13e, 13f, 13g, 13i, 13k, 13l, 13m, 14, 15, 15a, 16, 17, 18, 19 & 19a of 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1 (MCL 421.11 et seq.) & repeals sec. 12a of 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1 (MCL 421.12a).

MI HB5028

Housing: other; energy-saving home improvements; invalidate prohibition of by homeowners' association. Creates new act.

MI HB4465

Energy: other; energy efficiency funding for repairs to moisture management measures of residential buildings; provide for. Amends sec. 5 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1005).

MI HB5689

Courts: juries; local jury boards; eliminate, and create a centralized jury process. Amends secs. 857, 1301a, 1304a, 1307a, 1326, 1332, 1334, 1343, 1344, 1345, 1346, 1371 & 1372 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.857 et seq.); adds secs. 1306 & 1307 & repeals secs. 1301, 1301b, 1302, 1303, 1303a, 1304, 1305, 1308, 1309, 1310, 1311, 1312, 1313, 1314, 1315, 1316, 1317, 1318, 1319, 1320, 1321, 1322, 1323, 1324, 1327, 1328, 1330, 1331, 1338, 1339, 1341, 1342, 1353, 1375 & 1376 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1301 et seq.) & repeals 1929 PA 288 (MCL 730.251 - 730.271) & repeals 1951 PA 179 (MCL 730.401 - 730.419).

MI SB0452

Construction: code; use of certain refrigerants; allow. Amends sec. 8a of 1972 PA 230 (MCL 125.1508a).

MI SB0273

Energy: alternative sources; participation in the energy waste reduction program by municipally owned utilities and co-ops; require, and set specific targets for all electric providers. Amends secs. 71, 73, 75, 77, 78, 91 & 93 of 2008 PA 295 (MCL 460.1071 et seq.); adds secs. 72, 80 & 80a & repeals sec. 6x of 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.6x).