Businesses: other; clean and renewable energy requirements for data centers; provide for. Creates new act.
Key claim: A newly introduced House bill would create a new Michigan law requiring data centers to meet clean and renewable energy standards.
Abstract
(HB6264 · 103rd Legislature) Businesses: other; clean and renewable energy requirements for data centers; provide for. Creates new act. Sponsor: Rep. Brenda Carter (D) + 22 co-sponsors In committee: H Government Operations Latest action (2026-08-27): Bill Electronically Reproduced 08/26/2026
Why this matters
Data centers are among the fastest-growing sources of new electricity demand in Michigan, and how their load is served will shape whether the state meets its broader clean energy standard. HB6264 would establish an industry-specific mandate ensuring that this new demand is matched by clean and renewable generation rather than shifting fossil obligations onto other ratepayers. As an introduced bill, it signals legislative intent but has no operative effect yet.