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The food industry is highly regulated and subject to strict standards. The Michigan Grocers Association aggressively supports the industry's interests in the legislature and with state agencies, working to limit government's intervention in their business.

MGA’s professional staff works in the halls of the State Capitol every day to ensure that the food industry’s voice is heard on important legislative and regulatory matters. Public hearings, legislative committee meetings, and daily sessions of the House and Senate all require constant attention.

Advocating the food industry's interests in state government is not a sideline, it's our job. Over the years we've had numerous legislative and regulatory successes. Our plate remains full of initiatives to keep the food industry competitive and worry-free so store owners and company executives can concentrate on their core business.

What's Hot!

The Michigan Department of Treasury has updated its website to include several sources of important tax related information:

Supplemental Withholding Guide Instructions and Withholding Tables for the new 4.35% Income Tax Rate that went into effect October 1, 2007.

Michigan Business Tax Web Site Launched
The Department of Treasury has created a comprehensive new site devoted to the MBT with up-to-date information on details, forms, presentations and more.

	Treasury's MBT Tax Estimator now available.
	MBT Frequently Asked Questions

Calculating Tax Liability with the MBT Surcharge

1. Calculate tax base under modified gross receipts and business income tax.
2. Apportion tax base under current law.
3. Calculate tax using current rates.
4. Multiply tax amount from step 3 by surcharge percentage.
5. Add amount from steps 3 and 4.
6. Apply all credits (including compensation, R and D, investment and small business).

See information on new NFIB/MI MBT Tax Estimator Version 7.5 at right.

	Study Shows Comprehensive Recycling Plan Would Create Jobs, Improve Environment. more info.
	MGA, Food Retailers Develop Emergency Response Resource titled "Flip Chart of Emergency Procedures" more info.

FoodPAC of Michigan

It’s not enough to participate in the "process"; the food industry has to help elect legislators and statewide office-holders that understand our needs and support a pro-business agenda. Michigan’s campaign finance laws strictly limit corporate contributions to political campaigns, but by leveraging individual contributions, FoodPAC can effectively support candidates in strategically important elections. Supporting FoodPAC is the single best way that individuals can influence electoral outcomes and help protect the industry that provides for their families.

FoodPAC conveniently accepts individual contributions by personal check or credit card. For more information contact the Nora Hale at 800.947.6237 (ext. 25).

Food Recalls

Check Here for current information on food recalls.

Industry &
Regulatory Alerts

REVISED - State Rollout of WIC EBT Program to begin in January. See Schedule. more info.

If you are covered by the provisions of the Family Medical Leave Act you must also post the new FMLA Poster Insert for Military Family Leave Amendments that President Bush signed into law on January 28, 2008. more info.

Retailers must post new nutrition information for Fish and Produce. more info.

NFIB/Michigan has released a New Michigan Business Tax (MBT) Estimator© Version 7.5 Surcharge Edition. The estimator is provided to allow users to determine approximate tax liability under the new Michigan Business Tax. It reflects passage of legislation in December of 2007 that applied a surcharge to the MBT to replace revenue from a repeal of the services tax. more info.

A First Look At Michigan Food Law Changes originally published in the Oct/Nov issue of the Michigan Food News is now available (PDF file). This document summarizes upcoming changes to Michigan's Food Law beginning with various fee increases effective January 1, 2008.

Posting Requirements.
Check out our list of State, Federal and Food Industry Requirements. more info.