Committee hears testimony on bills to raise liquor retailer discount and limit look-back on violations

The House Committee on Regulatory Reform heard testimony on House Bills 4113 and 4114, proposed to amend the Michigan Liquor Control Code to increase the retailer discount for spirits purchased from the Michigan Liquor Control Commission and to limit how far back the commission may consider prior violations when evaluating license status.

Representative Steckloff testified that the bills "go hand in glove" and are intended to help small, neighborhood retailers compete with larger chains. "These are the same small mom and pop shops that are trying to outlast and outside competition from big box retailers," Representative Steckloff said, adding that the bills would "align Michigan with most other states and would support our local businesses who are struggling because of the rate of inflation, crushing costs of imported goods, increased wages, utilities, and more." She said…