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HB 4663

Liquor: licenses; certain donations to nonprofits; allow. Amends 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1101 - 436.2303) by adding sec. 1016.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Aragona and 6 co-sponsors

HB 4663: Liquor Licenses - Donations to Nonprofits OverviewBill Number: HB 4663 Title: Liquor: licenses; certain donations to nonprofits; allow. Amends 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1101 -

REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY AFFAIRS
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Bill Summary · HB 4663

HB 4663: Liquor Licenses - Donations to Nonprofits

Overview

Bill Number: HB 4663
Title: Liquor: licenses; certain donations to nonprofits; allow. Amends 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1101 - 436.2303) by adding sec. 1016.
Status: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY AFFAIRS
Introduced: March 12, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of HB 4663 is to allow liquor license holders in Michigan to make donations to certain nonprofit organizations. Currently, the state's Liquor Control Code prohibits licensees from giving anything of value to third parties, which has prevented them from supporting local charities and community groups. This bill seeks to create an exception to that rule in order to facilitate more charitable giving by the liquor industry.

Key Provisions

  • Adds a new section 1016 to the Liquor Control Code to permit liquor licensees to make donations to qualified nonprofit organizations
  • Defines "qualified nonprofit organization" as a 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(4) entity that is registered in Michigan and has been in operation for at least 3 years
  • Allows licensees to donate up to 2% of their annual gross sales, with a maximum of $10,000 per year
  • Requires licensees to maintain records of all donations for at least 3 years
  • Prohibits donations that are conditioned on the promotion of the licensee's products or services

Affected Parties and Impacts

This bill would primarily impact two groups:

  1. Liquor license holders in Michigan, who would gain the ability to support local charities and community organizations through financial donations.
  2. Qualified nonprofit organizations, which could receive increased funding and resources from liquor licensees looking to give back to their communities.

The bill is intended to have a positive social impact by facilitating more charitable giving, while also potentially improving public perception of the liquor industry.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

HB 4663 was introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives on March 12, 2025 and has been referred to the Committee on Regulatory Affairs for further consideration. The committee will likely hold hearings and gather input from stakeholders before deciding whether to advance the bill for a full House vote. If passed by the House, the bill would then move to the State Senate for additional review and voting. Barring any significant delays, the legislative process for HB 4663 could take several months to complete.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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