MI HB5798

Increases brewpub annual beer production limit from 18,000 barrels to a higher threshold and clarifies manufacturing requirements for brewpubs licensed as food service establishments with Class C, tavern, Class A hotel, or Class B hotel licenses.

Establishes brewpub license fee of $100.00 and requires quarterly beer tax reports filed by January 15, April 15, July 15, and October 15 each year.

Creates conditional license pathway allowing applicants to operate under a temporary license while their full application is processed, with issuance within 20-30 business days and expiration upon final approval or denial.

Clarifies fingerprinting requirements and criminal history background check procedures, with responsibility for costs borne by applicants and results provided by the department of state police.

Defines allowable "barware" (brand-logoed items like trays, coasters, napkins, shirts, hats, drinkware) that retailers may purchase and possess, with restrictions on manufacturer provision of such items and allows commission to add or remove one barware item per rule after September 25, 2015.