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MI HB5671

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/23/2022

Primary Sponsor

Julie Alexander

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Origin

House of Representatives

101st Legislature

AI Summary

  • Allows cottage food operations to sell products via internet, mail order, or third-party food delivery platforms if the operation provides direct interaction (face-to-face or virtual meeting) with consumers before sale, limited to Michigan residents only.

  • Increases annual gross sales limit for cottage food operations from $25,000 to $40,000 until January 1, 2024, after which the department shall annually adjust the amount based on Detroit Consumer Price Index changes.

  • Establishes optional registration program administered by MSU Product Center with a one-time fee not to exceed $50, issuing a unique registration number that may be displayed on labels instead of the business name and address.

  • Requires labels to include one of the following: the business name and address, or the business name, telephone number, and MSU registration number; product name, ingredients, weight/volume, allergen information, and a statement that the kitchen has not been inspected by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

  • Makes information collected under the registration program exempt from disclosure under Michigan's Freedom of Information Act.

Legislative Description

Food: cottage food operation; cottage food operations; allow to sell, offer for sale, and accept payment for cottage food products over the internet. Amends sec. 4102 of 2000 PA 92 (MCL 289.4102).

Trade: fair trade practices

Last Action

Referred To Committee Of The Whole

9/21/2022

Committee Referrals

Agriculture And Bioeconomy3/24/2022
Agriculture1/18/2022

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