Liquor: licenses; providing refrigerator systems to certain licensees; allow. Amends sec. 609 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1609).

This bill amends Michigan's liquor control code to explicitly allow alcohol licensees, such as wholesalers and retailers, to receive refrigerator systems and draft machines from suppliers as part of their licensing agreements. Previously, these items were not clearly defined as permissible barware, creating uncertainty for businesses regarding whether such equipment constituted an illegal rebate or gift. The legislation clarifies that these refrigeration and dispensing units are now considered valid advertising items, provided they are used solely for displaying products and remain the property of the supplier. Additionally, the bill restricts the commission from adding furniture to the list of allowable barware in future rules while maintaining strict limits on the value and usage of promotional items.