Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 19, 2022
Media Contacts:
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Emily Daunt
Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (517) 377-3933 |
Michael Odom or Adam O’Connor
Marx Layne & Company (734) 259-9060 Odom’s cell (248) 321-0586 O’Connor’s cell |
MRLA President & CEO Provides Statement pertaining to ruling in Mothering Justice, et. al. v. Dana Nessel, more commonly referred to as the “Adopt and Amend” case
“We respectfully disagree with the interpretation of Judge Shapiro and strongly encourage the ruling to be stayed during the inevitable appeals process. If the 2018 proposals are allowed to be implemented as originally crafted, restaurant operators would immediately experience 156% labor cost inflation at a time when their recovery is already tenuous and the average wage for tipped employees in Michigan is currently $24 per hour. The inevitable result would be instantaneous menu price increases and significant layoffs during peak travel season. And those operators still indebted from over 400 days of dining room closures and occupancy restrictions that barely survived the last two years would be forced to close their doors permanently."
- Justin Winslow, MRLA President & CEO
- Justin Winslow, MRLA President & CEO
About the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association
Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA) is the recognized leader of Michigan's hospitality industry, providing essential services to the foodservice and lodging community. Founded in 1921 as the Michigan Restaurant Association and now known as the MRLA, the Association represents over 5,000 Michigan foodservice and lodging establishments. The industry plays an integral role in Michigan's economy, employing more than 595,000 people and creating nearly $40 billion in annual sales. For more information, visit www.mrla.org and www.detroitrla.org.
Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA) is the recognized leader of Michigan's hospitality industry, providing essential services to the foodservice and lodging community. Founded in 1921 as the Michigan Restaurant Association and now known as the MRLA, the Association represents over 5,000 Michigan foodservice and lodging establishments. The industry plays an integral role in Michigan's economy, employing more than 595,000 people and creating nearly $40 billion in annual sales. For more information, visit www.mrla.org and www.detroitrla.org.
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