2026 Senate Bill 1146

Liquor: licenses; issuance of resort licenses; modify.

A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled “Michigan liquor control code of 1998,” by amending section 531 (MCL 436.1531), as amended by 2023 PA 96.

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Amends Michigan's liquor control code to introduce up to five new non-transferable golf course resort liquor licenses annually, expand and clarify special licensing provisions for resorts, rural areas, and universities, and enhance transparency and reporting requirements, all aimed at supporting tourism and economic development while maintaining regulatory safeguards.

Introduced in the Senate

Sept. 9, 2026

Introduced by Sen. John Damoose (R-37)

Referred to the Committee on Regulatory Affairs