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MI HB4917
MI HB4917Food: other; licensing of butter graders; eliminate. Amends sec. 157 of 2001 PA 267 (MCL 288.717).
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Introduced
09/11/2025
09/11/2025
In Committee
12/16/2025
12/16/2025
Crossed Over
12/10/2025
12/10/2025
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
103rd Legislature
Bill Summary
A bill to amend 2001 PA 267, entitled"Manufacturing milk law of 2001,"by amending section 157 (MCL 288.717).
AI Summary
This bill proposes to eliminate the requirement for butter graders to be approved by the state department, specifically removing the provision that only department-approved graders can grade butter. The bill maintains the existing standards for grading butter, which are based on federal regulations (7 CFR part 58), and keeps the definition of "grading" as the classification of butter through examination of its flavor, aroma, body and texture, color, salt, package, and other factors approved by the department. By removing the licensing requirement for butter graders, the bill appears to be reducing regulatory oversight in this area, potentially making it easier for individuals and businesses to grade butter without needing prior departmental approval.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Rachelle Smit (R)*,
Greg Alexander (R),
Ken Borton (R),
David Martin (R),
Bill Schuette (R),
Doug Wozniak (R),
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Regulatory Affairs (on 12/16/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4917 |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/billengrossed/House/htm/2025-HEBH-4917.htm |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Summary as Reported from Committee | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/billanalysis/House/pdf/2025-HLA-4917-X2NTSHFW.pdf |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Summary as Introduced | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/billanalysis/House/pdf/2025-HLA-4917-WZ3PNGY8.pdf |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Summary as Introduced | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/billanalysis/House/pdf/2025-HLA-4917-RJCWBX3Q.pdf |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/billintroduced/House/htm/2025-HIB-4917.htm |
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