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House panel adopts substitute setting 21% ABV threshold, larger-container rule for alcohol bill
Summary
The House Regulatory Reform Committee adopted substitute H‑1 to House Bill 5343, setting an alcoholic‑beverage ABV threshold at 21% and requiring containers larger than 200 ml; sponsors say the change protects MLCC‑sold spirit products while allowing private‑sector innovation.
The House Regulatory Reform Committee on the call of the chair adopted substitute H‑1 to House Bill 5343 after testimony from industry representatives and a unanimous roll call.
Brett Visner of the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers told the committee the substitute was negotiated with the Michigan Liquor Control Commission and “reflects an agreement” that accomplishes two primary objectives: set the ABV threshold at 21%…
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