House committee hears bills to let dogs inside some microbreweries, wineries and tasting rooms

The Michigan House Regulatory Reform Committee heard a package of bills from Representatives Roth and Price that would allow owners of certain microbreweries, small winemakers and tasting rooms that do not serve food to permit dogs inside their establishments while imposing cleaning and behavior rules, lawmakers and supporters said.

Supporters said the bills are optional for businesses and include “common-sense safeguards” intended to protect public health and allow owners to set limits on dog size or behavior. Representative Roth described the measure as a response to customers who want to bring pets with them when they visit breweries and tasting rooms. “If this bill passes, it would allow people to enjoy these social spaces with their dogs year round while still maintaining public health and safety,” Representative Roth said.