Economic development: other; Michigan liquor control code of 1998; amend to reflect elimination of the Michigan strategic fund. Amends sec. 303 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1303). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0631'25

SB 681 renames the "Grape and Wine Industry Council" to the "Michigan Craft Beverage Council" within the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. It updates the council's membership to include representatives from Michigan wineries, breweries, distilleries (both small and large), restaurants, and retail food establishments, all focused on craft beverages. The council will administer grants for research, market development, and financial aid programs to support Michigan growers of fruits, hops, and barley used in wine, beer, cider, and spirits production. This directly affects Michigan producers, distributors, and retailers in the craft beverage industry by creating new funding opportunities and promoting local agricultural products.