The 6th Circuit wrote in a 12-page opinion that the state of Michigan’s policy denying food assistance to those with outstanding felony warrants is unconstitutional. At issue in the case is the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), more commonly known as food stamps, and a state policy which bans people from receiving benefits who have fled prosecution…
By Kevin Besey, Director // MDARD Food and Dairy Division Preventing foodborne illness at retail food establishments requires the consistent use of a series of coordinated food safety measures as outlined in the federal Food Code and Michigan Food Law. MDARD’s new data management capabilities implemented over the past year allow us to better use regulatory…
On February 28th the MIRA will be taking part in a lobby day at the Michigan State capitol to educate key decision makers about the petroleum industry. Along with groups representing the drilling, refining, and wholesaling communities, the MIRA will participate on behalf of the retail side of the industry. All segments of the industry…
January 25, 2017 – Food retail stores are often the anchors of commerce in urban and rural communities across the state. The Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA) commissioned a study by Michigan State University (MSU) Center for Regional Food Systems (CRFS) to better understand the industry’s contribution to the state’s economy. Michigan’s food retail industry…
The Governor signed two pieces of legislation on January 5th that will open up new sales opportunities for alcohol retailers across Michigan. As discussed in greater detail in previous editions of this publication off-premise retailers will now be able to sell growlers, ship wine, and deliver products. This article is meant to provide more specifics…
MIRA continues to offer compliance training for: 1) the Michigan Underground Storage Tank Class “A” & “B” certification, 2) TiPS Alcohol serving, and 3) Serv-Safe Food Safety training. Our classes are conducted at our MIRA training center at 5779 West Maple Road, West Bloomfield, MI. If ten (10) or more students can be gathered at…
Since the Michigan Road Tax on gasoline and diesel fuel increased to 26.3 cents per gallon effective January 1st, 2017, the sales tax on those fuels changes because the Michigan Road Tax is NOT subject to the 6% sales tax. Click here to see a chart that can be used to determine the new sales…
The Business Compliance and Regulation Division offers training to help repair facilities and their employees with the basic requirements of the Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Act and to answer their questions. There are no course registration fees. Registration is first come, first Class size is limited – register early! Picture ID is required for…
As you are already probably aware, effective January 1st, 2017, the State of Michigan’s tax on fuels will increase: 7.3 cents per gallon on gasoline and 11.3 cents per gallon on diesel fuel, bringing the total Michigan Tax on both products up to 26.3 cents per gallon. Under Michigan law, whenever the tax imposed…
MIRA is voicing its support for current and pending bills that affect Michigan’s convenience and fuel retailing industry By NACS Online The Midwest Independent Retailers Association (MIRA) applauded the Michigan House for passing Senate Bill 853, which would prevent local governments from banning or setting fees for containers like bags, cups, bottles or packaging. If…