Jun 11, 2026Board meeting
Michigan Public Service Commission Commission Meeting
The Commission meeting covered several operational and policy items. The agenda included the approval of the Commission meeting agenda and previous meeting minutes. Key discussions focused on energy affordability, specifically reviewing the findings of the Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIP) pilots. The commission adopted a proposal to replace existing utility-based energy assistance credits with new affordable payment plans designed to target a 6% energy burden for participating customers. Staff was directed to collaborate with relevant parties to develop an implementation plan and workgroups to manage program changes, including customer triage, income validation, and cost recovery strategies.