Liquor: licenses; positional asphyxiation prevention training for bouncers; require. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5060'25
Impact
If passed, HB5061 will introduce stricter guidelines for retail establishments that serve alcohol, requiring them to establish in-house training for all new hires. Establishments will need to document their compliance with training requirements and maintain records for verification by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission. This will likely lead to a heightened standard among liquor-serving establishments and could result in fewer incidents of prohibited sales, as evidenced by mandatory training on recognizing intoxication and authenticating identification.
Summary
House Bill 5061 proposes amendments to the Michigan Liquor Control Code aimed at enhancing the training protocols for establishments serving alcohol. This bill mandates a comprehensive server training program for on-premises licensees, particularly those assuming ownership or control of licensed venues. The legislation seeks to ensure that staff are adequately trained to recognize signs of intoxication and handle service responsibly, culminating in a designation of 'responsible vendor' for those who comply. By doing so, the bill aims to reduce violations related to the sale of alcohol to minors and visibly intoxicated patrons.
Contention
Notably, there may be contention regarding the implementation details of the server training program, including the logistics of training administration and the qualifications for instructors. While proponents argue that the bill enhances public safety and responsibility within the alcohol-serving industry, critics may raise concerns about the administrative burdens it places on businesses. Additionally, the potential for increased regulatory scrutiny on establishments could be contentious, particularly regarding how it affects operational costs and compliance with the liquor control framework.
Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the Michigan liquor control code of 1998. Amends sec. 906 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1906). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24
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; 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: other; discount for specially designated distributors and on-premises licensees; increase. Amends sec. 233 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1233). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4758'23
Liquor: spirits; providing complimentary engraving of a bottle of spirits during a tasting event; allow. Amends sec. 1027 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.2027).
Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the Michigan liquor control code of 1998. Amends sec. 906 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1906). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24
Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitution; modify in the Michigan liquor control code of 1998. Amends sec. 906 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1906). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain drug and alcohol related court-ordered educational programs; providing administrative penalties; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing fees; creating criminal offenses.
Relating to the licensing and regulation of certain drug and alcohol related court-ordered educational programs; providing administrative penalties; requiring occupational licenses; authorizing fees; creating criminal offenses.
Relating to the transfer of driver and traffic safety education from the Texas Education Agency to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; changing the amounts of certain fees.
Relating to the transfer of driver and traffic safety education from the Texas Education Agency and the Department of Public Safety to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation; changing the amounts of certain fees.