Liquor: licenses; license to serve alcohol at Macomb Community College Sports and Expo Center Complex; allow. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1513).
Impact
The proposed changes are expected to expand opportunities for universities and colleges to generate revenue through hospitality services by streamlining the licensing process for selling alcohol. This bill aims to bolster the attractiveness of campus-hosted events, potentially leading to increased participation and revenue, thereby benefiting educational programs and community connections. By prioritizing licensed activities within established development parks or designated areas, the bill attempts to align the sale of alcohol with specific educational and event-driven purposes.
Summary
House Bill 5629 seeks to amend the Michigan liquor control code to allow for the issuance of certain licenses that enable educational institutions to serve alcoholic beverages at various facilities such as conference centers, hotels, and restaurants located on their campuses. The bill specifically targets institutions of higher education in Michigan, including Central Michigan University, Wayne State University, Western Michigan University, and Northern Michigan University, facilitating their ability to enhance event offerings that may require alcohol service in designated areas intended for community and commercial development.
Contention
Despite its intent, the bill has implications that may raise concerns regarding the responsible sale and consumption of alcohol within academic settings. Critics may argue that expanding access to alcohol in educational environments, especially in large venues such as stadiums and conference centers, could lead to exacerbated issues related to underage drinking or alcohol misuse. As such, discussions surrounding this bill may center on the balance between enhancing university event offerings while ensuring the safety and well-being of students and attendees.
Liquor: licenses; license to serve alcohol at Macomb Community College Sports and Expo Center Complex; allow. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1513).
Liquor: licenses; license to serve alcohol at Macomb Community College Sports and Expo Center Complex; allow. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1513).
Liquor: licenses; license to serve alcohol at Macomb Community College Sports and Expo Center Complex; allow. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1513).
Liquor: licenses; license to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises of a certain conference centers; modify. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 426.1513).
Liquor: licenses; license to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises of certain locations; modify. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1513).
Liquor: licenses; license to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises of certain locations; modify. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1513).
Liquor: licenses; issuance of liquor licenses to sporting venues on premises of public universities; allow. Amends sec. 531 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1531).
Liquor: licenses; issuance of liquor licenses to sporting venues on premises of public universities; allow. Amends sec. 531 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1531).
Liquor: licenses; carryout sales and delivery of alcoholic liquor by an on-premises licensee; eliminate sunset. Amends sec. 537a of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1537a).
Liquor: licenses; license to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises of certain locations; modify. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1513).
Liquor: licenses; license to serve alcohol at Macomb Community College Sports and Expo Center Complex; allow. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1513).
Liquor: licenses; license to serve alcohol at Macomb Community College Sports and Expo Center Complex; allow. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1513).
Liquor: licenses; license to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises of certain locations; modify. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1513).
Liquor: licenses; license to serve alcohol at Macomb Community College Sports and Expo Center Complex; allow. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1513).
Liquor: licenses; license to sell alcoholic liquor for consumption on the premises of a certain conference centers; modify. Amends sec. 513 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 426.1513).
Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for crimes involving the provision of adulterated or raw human milk for human consumption; provide for. Amends sec. 12m, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.12m). TIE BAR WITH: SB 1054'24
Use tax: distribution; distribution of money to the local government reimbursement fund; provide for. Amends sec. 21 of 1937 PA 94 (MCL 205.111). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0331'23, HB 4553'23