2008 House Bill 5925 / Public Act 218

Authorize a “small distillers” liquor license

Introduced in the House

March 20, 2008

Introduced by Rep. Barb Byrum (D-67)

To authorize a “small distillers” license for businesses that distill less than 60,000 “proof gallons” of spirits. This license would allow the business to sell its product at retail at its own premises, and provide tastings. The license would cost $100.

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform

April 8, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

April 10, 2008

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 105 to 0 (details)

Received in the Senate

April 15, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Economic Development and Regulatory Reform

June 17, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

June 27, 2008

Passed in the Senate 35 to 2 (details)

To authorize a “small distillers” license for businesses that distill less than 60,000 “proof gallons” of spirits. This license would allow the business to sell its product at retail at its own premises, and provide tastings. The license would cost $100.

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm

July 15, 2008