Bill > HB4881

This bill amends the Michigan Food Law to update and clarify licensing exemptions for various food-related businesses and operations. The bill modifies existing provisions that describe when food establishments are not required to obtain a license, including exemptions for specific types of businesses such as agricultural producers, nonprofit cooperatives, and certain retail outlets. Key changes include updating language around honey and maple syrup producers (who are exempt if they have gross sales of $15,001 or less), clarifying labeling requirements, and specifying conditions under which food transportation and vending locations can be considered extensions of licensed food establishments. The bill also makes technical corrections to numbering and grammar, such as standardizing language about operating or owning businesses. Importantly, the bill is tied to another piece of legislation (House Bill 4882) and will only take effect if that companion bill is also enacted into law. The modifications aim to provide more precise definitions and create more flexible licensing requirements for food-related businesses while maintaining food safety standards.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Government Affairs

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4881