Bill
HB 5343
Overview: HB 5343, Liquor: spirits; definition of mixed spirit drink; modify. Amends sec. 109 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1109). Bill electronically reproduced 12/10/2025. Introduced on
Overview: HB 5343, Liquor: spirits; definition of mixed spirit drink; modify. Amends sec. 109 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1109). Bill electronically reproduced 12/10/2025. Introduced on March 14, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to modify the definition of "mixed spirit drink" in the Michigan Liquor Control Code. This change would impact the regulation and taxation of certain alcoholic beverages.
Key Provisions:
- Revises the definition of "mixed spirit drink" to include beverages containing less than 10% alcohol by volume
- Expands the types of products that can be classified as mixed spirit drinks
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Alcoholic beverage producers and distributors who manufacture or sell mixed spirit drinks
- Consumers of mixed spirit drink products
- Michigan Liquor Control Commission, which oversees the regulation of alcoholic beverages
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill was electronically reproduced on 12/10/2025 and is currently in the legislative process. Further committee review and votes by the House and Senate would be required before the bill could be enacted into law.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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