The bill amends the Food Law of Michigan, specifically section 4105, to clarify and expand the exemptions from licensure requirements for certain food-related entities. Notable insertions include the definition of a "commercial fishing guide service" and the stipulation that retail outlets and processing facilities for honey and maple syrup must adhere to the gross sale limitations for cottage food products. Additionally, the bill specifies that food establishments must be licensed if they conduct activities deemed necessary by the director, even if they fall under the previously mentioned exemptions.

The bill also introduces changes to the language regarding the operation of food establishments, such as replacing "operating" with "operates" and "owning" with "owns." It outlines that temporary serving locations, farmers' market sales locations, and vending machine locations do not require separate licensing if they are extensions of a licensed food establishment, provided certain conditions are met. Overall, the amendments aim to streamline the regulatory framework for food establishments while ensuring food safety standards are maintained.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 289.4105
As Passed by the Senate: 289.4105