Liquor: other; definition of brand; modify. Amends secs. 105 & 1115 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1105 436.2115) & adds sec. 604. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4823'25
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Overview
This bill clarifies the definition of ‘brand’ in the context of alcoholic beverages, particularly regarding beer, wine, and spirits. It adds a new section (604) outlining the process for suppliers to designate wholesalers for multibranded products. Additionally, it modifies existing sections related to fees for extended hours alcohol sales, directing revenue to support alcohol treatment programs and the general fund, with a sunset date of September 30, 2029.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘brand’ as a word, name, or identifier used to market alcoholic beverages, with specific exceptions for identifying suppliers, manufacturers, or importers.
- Establishes a process for suppliers to designate wholesalers for multibranded products (products containing multiple brands).
- Modifies fees for selling spirits or mixed spirit drinks between 12 noon Sunday and 2 a.m. Monday, directing revenue to alcohol treatment programs.
- Specifies that revenue from the extended hours fee goes to the general fund.
- Sets a sunset date of September 30, 2029, for the modified extended hours fee provisions.
- Clarifies definitions related to ‘alcohol,’ ‘alcohol vapor device,’ ‘alcoholic liquor,’ ‘alternating proprietorship,’ and ‘approved tasting room’.
Who is affected
- Alcoholic beverage suppliers
- Wholesalers of alcoholic beverages
- Retailers of alcoholic beverages
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