In a letter to the Michigan Public Service Commission today, State Rep. Shane Hernandez (R-Port Huron) demanded the commission act in response to what he calls “absurd bills” sent by Michigan energy suppliers to some customers.
“I would prefer to continue forward in a constructive manner with the energy suppliers at the table,” Hernandez said, “but I have never shied away from doing what is right for my constituents simply because it may not win me any friends in Lansing. I am willing to take more forceful action if necessary.”
The letter sent by Hernandez (attached) included an example of one citizen’s bill for over $1.9 million which Hernandez feels is just a symbol of the problems Michigan consumers face when state law guarantees a virtual monopoly for a select few energy suppliers.