MI HR0368

Recognizes the importance of hospitality and recreational industries in Michigan and acknowledges their economic contributions.

Documents the scale of these industries: 16,543 eating and drinking establishments employing over 447,000 workers with $17.9 billion in sales; 1,392 hotels employing over 155,000 with $10 billion in guest spending; and over 280 bowling centers employing 10,000 with $375 million in economic impact.

Acknowledges that COVID-19 pandemic closures and reduced revenues have created financial hardship for businesses still facing fixed costs like mortgages, rent, and utilities, with surveys showing over half of small businesses at risk of permanent closure within six months.

Expresses the House's support for the success of hospitality and recreational businesses as major sources of employment and economic activity during pandemic recovery.