The bill amends Michigan's laws regarding the licensure and regulation of food processing and sales, specifically focusing on cottage food operations. It introduces a definition for "cottage food product," which encompasses items like jams and baked goods that do not require temperature control for safety. The bill mandates that these products be prepackaged and labeled with essential information, including the business's name and address, ingredients, net weight, allergen information, and a statement indicating that the food was made in a home kitchen not inspected by the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. It also allows sales through third-party delivery platforms under certain conditions while prohibiting wholesale sales.

Additionally, the bill establishes a gross sales limit for cottage food operations at $50,000 annually, with a temporary higher limit of $75,000 for products priced at $250 or more per unit until October 1, 2026, after which the limits may be adjusted for inflation. A registration program for cottage food operations will be administered by the MSU Product Center, which will issue a unique registration document and may charge a one-time fee of up to $50. Registered operations must include their registration number on product labels, while non-registered operations must provide their name and address. Furthermore, any information obtained through the registration process is exempt from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act, ensuring the privacy of registered cottage food operations.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 289.1105
House Introduced Bill: 289.1105
As Passed by the House: 289.1105
As Passed by the Senate: 289.1105
House Concurred Bill: 289.1105
Public Act: 289.1105
House Enrolled Bill: 289.1105