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Valbruna Slater vs Indiana Michigan Power Utility Complaint Order

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission issued a final order on April 22, 2026 resolving Cause No. 46235, a complaint by Valbruna Slater Stainless, Inc. against Indiana Michigan Power Company (I&M) regarding inconsistent voltage supply at Valbruna's stainless steel manufacturing facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The Commission found that I&M, a public utility, provided inadequate voltage as low as 28,352 volts versus the contracted 34,500 volts, causing equipment damage to mill motors and production downtime. The order directs I&M to provide prospective electric supply meeting contractual and statutory duties, with requirements for prior notice and efficient communication before any future service interruptions.

Indiana Michigan Power Company Alternative Regulatory Plan Approval

The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission issued an interim order on April 22, 2026, approving Indiana Michigan Power Company's Alternative Regulatory Plan establishing a new methodology for allocating the costs of Current Generation Resources between Indiana and Michigan retail jurisdictions. The plan sets retail jurisdictional allocation factors using Primary Allocation Factors from I&M's most recent Indiana and Michigan base rate cases (Cause No. 45933 and Case No. U-21461), subject to future adjustment only when I&M's wholesale demand and energy percentages change. The order affects I&M's approximately 484,000 retail customers in Indiana and 134,000 retail customers in Michigan. The Commission noted that because I&M has filed a parallel case in Michigan, the two state commissions' decisions must be consistent.

Enbridge v. Nessel: Equitable Tolling Unavailable for Removal Deadline

The Supreme Court reversed the Sixth Circuit in Enbridge Energy, LP v. Nessel, holding that 28 U.S.C. §1446(b)(1)'s 30-day removal deadline is not subject to equitable tolling. The Court found that the presumption of equitable tolling is rebutted by the provision's strict mandatory language, its structure within the overall removal scheme, and its distinct function as a forum-allocation rule rather than a claim-extinguishing limitations period. Enbridge had removed a Michigan Attorney General enforcement action 887 days after receiving the complaint, relying on equitable tolling to excuse the untimeliness. The ruling resolves a circuit split, with the Fifth and Eleventh Circuits having previously recognized equitable tolling in some circumstances.

Whitmer Awards $4M Apprenticeship Grants for 606 Michiganders

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) awarded $4 million in State Apprenticeship Expansion grant funding to 13 workforce development partners. The funding will benefit 606 Michiganders through earn-as-you-learn Registered Apprenticeship programs across advanced manufacturing, supply chain, educational services, health and human services, and information technology sectors. Recipients include Michigan Works! regional consortia and the Workforce Development Institute, which received the largest allocation of $996,600 to serve 151 apprentices.

Michigan Seeks $30M for Residents' Work Requirements Under H.R. 1

Michigan state officials are advocating for $30 million in FY27 funding to help residents comply with new federal work requirements under H.R. 1. The funding would allocate $25 million to workforce training through Michigan Works! agencies and $5 million to Registered Apprenticeships. Michigan officials report a 16,783% increase in SNAP referrals for employment services comparing Q1 FY25 to Q1 FY26, with approximately 800,000 residents expected to be affected by the expanded requirements across SNAP, Medicaid, and unemployment programs.

AG Frey Joins Coalition Condemning DOJ Coercion Against Minnesota

Maine Attorney General Aaron M. Frey joined a coalition of 22 state attorneys general in condemning the Department of Justice's use of armed federal agents to coerce Minnesota officials into turning over protected resident data including Medicaid, SNAP, and voter information. The coalition, led by New York AG Letitia James, sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and DHS Secretary Kristi Noem on January 29, 2026, asserting the demands intrude on state sovereignty and conflict with ongoing court-ordered protections. The attorneys general warned they will continue to defend state sovereignty and resident rights against unlawful federal interference.

FERC Combined Filings - Electric Corporate, Wholesale Generators, Rate Filings

FERC received multiple electric corporate, exempt wholesale generator, and electric rate filings between April 13-15, 2026. Filings include a Section 203 joint application supplement from AEP Indiana Michigan Transmission Company and Mammoth North LLC, self-certification notices from renewable energy companies, and numerous market-based rate tariff revisions under Section 205(d) from wind, solar, and hydro generators. Comment deadlines range from April 23 to May 6, 2026.

Sajad I Alshiblawi Insurance License Revoked for Exam Fraud

Michigan DIFS has revoked the insurance license of Sajad I Alshiblawi (System ID No. 1279568) effective April 20, 2026. The revocation stems from Alshiblawi's admission that he hired Alicia Jackson to take and pass the online proctored MI Life, Accident and Health Producer Exam on his behalf. The consent order, signed by Senior Deputy Director Joseph A. Garcia, also permanently bars Alshiblawi from reapplying for any DIFS-administered license. Violations were cited under Sections 1239(1)(a) and 1239(1)(g) of the Michigan Insurance Code for obtaining a license through misrepresentation and demonstrating untrustworthiness through fraudulent business practices.

Romeo Kalaj Insurance License Revoked for Exam Fraud

The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) has revoked Romeo Kalaj's insurance license effective April 20, 2026, after the respondent admitted to hiring Alicia Buford (formerly Alicia Jackson) to take and pass an online proctored licensing exam on his behalf. The stipulation accepted by Senior Deputy Director Joseph A. Garcia establishes that Kalaj engaged in misrepresentation and fraudulent or dishonest practices under Sections 1239(1)(a) and 1239(1)(g) of the Michigan Insurance Code. The order permanently bars Kalaj from reapplying for any license administered by DIFS, and any attempt to do so will constitute a violation subject to additional proceedings.

Adrian Choulagh Insurance License Revoked for Exam Fraud

The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services has permanently revoked the insurance license of Adrian Choulagh (System ID No. 0958067, Enforcement Case No. 25-18849) following his admission that he hired and employed Alicia Jackson to take and pass an online proctored licensing exam on his behalf. The Order Accepting Stipulation, issued on April 20, 2026 by Senior Deputy Director Joseph A. Garcia, also bars Choulagh from reapplying for any license administered by Michigan DIFS. This enforcement action was initiated after DIFS served a Notice of Opportunity to Show Compliance on December 22, 2025, citing violations of Sections 1239(1)(a) and 1239(1)(g) of the Michigan Insurance Code.

William Temrowski Insurance License Revoked for Exam Fraud

The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services has revoked the insurance license of William Temrowski (System ID No. 1320286) effective April 20, 2026, following his admission that he hired Alicia Jackson to take and pass an online proctored licensing exam on his behalf. The revocation is based on violations of Sections 1239(1)(a) and 1239(1)(g) of the Michigan Insurance Code, which prohibit obtaining a license through misrepresentation or fraud and the use of fraudulent or dishonest practices in business conduct. Temrowski is permanently barred from reapplying for any DIFS-administered license.

Alex Momirovski Insurance License Revoked for Exam Fraud

Alex Momirovski's insurance license was revoked by the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) effective April 20, 2026, after he admitted to hiring Alicia Jackson to take and pass an online proctored licensing exam on his behalf. DIFS found sanctions warranted under Sections 1239(1)(a) and 1239(1)(g) of the Michigan Insurance Code, citing misrepresentation or fraud and dishonest practices in the conduct of business. The revocation takes effect immediately upon entry of the consent order, signed by Senior Deputy Director Joseph A. Garcia.

Stefan Habba Insurance License Revoked for Exam Fraud

The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services has permanently revoked the insurance license of Stefan Habba (System ID No. 1288040) following his admission that he hired Alicia Jackson to take and pass an online proctored licensing exam on his behalf. The revocation, effective April 20, 2026, is based on violations of Sections 1239(1)(a) and 1239(1)(g) of the Michigan Insurance Code for obtaining a license through misrepresentation and demonstrating untrustworthiness through fraudulent or dishonest practices. Habba is permanently barred from reapplying for any license administered by DIFS, and any attempt to do so will constitute a violation of the order and trigger additional proceedings.

Michigan Raises Energy Assistance Funding Factor to $1.50 per Meter

The Michigan Public Service Commission raised the Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF) funding factor from $1 per meter to $1.50 per electric meter, effective September 2026 through August 2027 (Case No. U-17377). The increased surcharge is projected to generate approximately $90 million annually to serve roughly 90,000 income-eligible Michigan households, up from about 50,000 households before the 2024 MEAP expansion. The Commission also issued orders on Upper Michigan Energy Resource Corp. renewable energy matters, granted a limited rehearing on Consumers Energy's renewable energy plan, approved DTE Gas Co.'s gas cost recovery plan, and issued other utility orders.

President Grants Enbridge Pipeline Permit at US-Canada Border

The President granted a Presidential Permit to Enbridge Energy, Limited Partnership authorizing the operation and maintenance of existing pipeline border facilities at St. Clair County, Michigan, at the international boundary with Canada. The authorization covers transport of crude oil and petroleum products between the United States and Canada. This permit supersedes and revokes a prior Presidential Permit issued on December 12, 1991. The facilities remain subject to all applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

Presidential Permit for Enbridge Energy Pipeline at Michigan-Canada Border

The President issued a Presidential permit authorizing Enbridge Energy Company, Inc. to operate and maintain existing pipeline border facilities at St. Clair County, Michigan, at the US-Canada international boundary. The permit authorizes transport of crude oil and petroleum products between the United States and Canada. This permit supersedes and revokes a prior Presidential permit dated April 28, 1953.

23 AGs Urge CFPB to Abandon Enforcement Rollback Plan

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel joined a coalition of 23 attorneys general in sending a letter to CFPB Acting Director Russell Vought urging the agency to abandon plans that would dramatically reduce staffing and enforcement capacity. The coalition warns the CFPB's proposed strategic plan, which would cut the Office of Supervision Policy and Operations from 72 staff to a single person, undermines the agency's statutory obligation to supervise financial institutions and would leave consumers vulnerable at a time when 40% of U.S. adults have experienced financial fraud in the past year. The letter highlights that CFPB has delivered over $21 billion in consumer relief since its creation and argues the cuts would shift enforcement burden to states while abandoning billions in previously targeted consumer harm recovery.

AG Nessel Reissues Gift Card Scam Consumer Alert for Money Smart Week

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel reissued a consumer alert on gift card scams as part of Money Smart Week. The alert describes eight types of gift card scams, including law enforcement impostor scams, tech support scams, family emergency/grandparent scams, charity imposter scams, utility imposter scams, debt collection scams, sweepstakes/lottery scams, and Social Security/IRS scams. The alert reminds consumers that no legitimate business or government agency will demand payment via gift card. If a consumer has shared gift card information with a scammer, they are advised to contact the gift card issuer immediately and file reports with the FTC and the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Team.

Michigan Awards $4M in Youth Employment Grants to Michigan Works Agencies

Michigan LEO announced $4 million in youth employment grants ($3M Young Professionals + $1M Young Professionals Plus) awarded to 16 Michigan Works! agencies statewide. The grants support career exploration, job skills training, and employment opportunities for youth ages 14-24 facing employment barriers. Individual agency allocations range from $55,000 to $218,018, with recipients including Capital Area Michigan Works!, Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation, Great Lakes Bay Michigan Works!, and 13 other regional agencies. In 2025, more than 600 young people participated in Young Professionals activities.

Michigan Awards Healthy Kids Dental Contract to Delta Dental of Michigan

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has awarded the Healthy Kids Dental (HKD) contract to Delta Dental of Michigan. The program serves approximately 955,000 children under age 21 enrolled in Medicaid across Michigan, covering services including X-rays, cleanings, fillings, extractions, and sealants at no cost to families. The new five-year contract begins Thursday, Oct. 1, with three one-year extension options, following a competitive Request for Proposal process issued in November 2025 and evaluated by a joint evaluation committee.

AG Nessel Reissues AI Scams Consumer Alert During Money Smart Week

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel reissued a consumer alert warning residents about AI voice cloning scams during Money Smart Week. Scammers are using audio from social media to clone voices and spoof phone numbers of loved ones to demand money via cryptocurrency, gift cards, or wire transfers. The alert provides prevention recommendations and victim response steps.

Attorney General Davenport Sues EPA Over Mercury Emissions Standards Repeal

Attorney General Jennifer Davenport joined a coalition of 18 states in filing a lawsuit challenging the EPA's repeal of standards limiting mercury and toxic pollutants from power plants. The states argue the repeal is unlawful because the EPA failed to provide a reasoned basis and did not adequately consider developments in pollution control technologies. The coalition is asking the court to determine the rule is unlawful and must be reversed.

16 States Enact AI Laws Covering Elections, Health, Labor

The NCSL AI Legislation Tracker has been updated with enacted state AI bills from 16 states: Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, and New Jersey. Notable enacted bills include Kentucky S 4 (Protection of Information), Maine H 1154a (Transparency in Consumer Transactions), Montana S 25 (Deepfakes in Elections), Maryland H 956 (AI Implementation Workgroup), and Minnesota H 2432 (Public Safety/Child Pornography).

New Haven Capital Holdings LLC - Cease and Desist Order and Fine Payment

The State of Michigan has issued a Notice and Order to Cease and Desist against New Haven Capital Holdings, L.L.C. and Scott Richard Rookus for violations of the Michigan Uniform Securities Act. The order includes instructions for paying a $1,000,000 fine by May 16, 2017.

Wedding Caterer to Refund Consumers Under AVC Agreement

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel secured an Assurance of Voluntary Compliance (AVC) with Late to the Lake, LLC, resolving allegations of deceptive practices under the Michigan Consumer Protection Act. The agreement prohibits the caterer from providing catering services in Michigan for 5 years and requires refunds to impacted consumers. Over 40 consumer complaints were received alleging last-minute cancellations, failure to issue refunds, overcharging, and unauthorized fees.

Semack v. Roscommon County - Standing Dismissal Affirmed

The Sixth Circuit affirmed the Eastern District of Michigan's dismissal of claims brought by Higgins Lake property owners against Roscommon County and its drain commissioner. The landowners alleged that Michigan's 2024 Public Act 112, which amended Part 307 of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to alter the definition of 'Normal Level' for inland lakes, violated their due process rights and deprived them of judicially established lake levels. The appellate court upheld the district court's finding that plaintiffs lacked Article III standing to pursue the claims. The decision limits property owners' ability to challenge legislative modifications to established lake-level protections through federal litigation.

States Challenge EPA Rollback of Mercury and Air Toxics Standards

Minnesota Attorney General Ellison co-led a coalition of 21 states and local governments in filing a federal lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's repeal of the 2024 Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) Rule, which had tightened emission limits on mercury, arsenic, lead, and other hazardous air pollutants from coal- and oil-fired power plants. The coalition argues the repeal is unlawful because EPA failed to provide a reasoned basis and did not adequately consider advances in pollution control technologies, while continuing to give lignite coal plants a free pass from emissions standards. The action seeks judicial reversal of the rollback, which the states contend will increase dangerous emissions and harm public health and the environment.

AG Rayfield, 20 States Sue Over Mercury Pollution Rule Rollback

Attorney General Dan Rayfield and 20 other states and local governments filed a lawsuit on March 31, 2026 challenging the Trump administration's rollback of the 2024 Mercury and Air Toxics Standards (MATS) Rule. The MATS Rule limits emissions of mercury, arsenic, lead, acid gases, and other toxic pollutants from coal and oil-fired power plants. The coalition argues the administration failed to provide a reasoned basis for the rollback and did not adequately consider developments in pollution control technologies. The lawsuit seeks a court determination that the rule reversal is unlawful and must be reversed. Mercury emissions from power plants contaminate waterways including the Columbia River and pose neurodevelopmental risks to pregnant women and children.

Larry Holley - Fine Payment Instructions and Consent Order

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs has issued fine payment instructions and a consent order related to Larry Holley's unregistered securities activities. The total fine for Larry Holley has been reduced to $40,000.00, payable after the SEC receivership closes.

CREO Global Capital LLC and Peter Savarino - Consent Order

The Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs has issued a Consent Order against CREO Global Capital LLC and Peter Savarino for alleged violations of securities regulations. The order requires them to pay a $1,000 civil fine and engage a consultant to review their policies and procedures.