Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 19, 2023
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MRLA President & CEO Provides Statement on the Passage of SB 141 Making Cocktails To Go Permanent in Michigan
“The MRLA proudly championed cocktails-to-go in Michigan when our industry looked for creative ways to generate revenue sales during the pandemic,” said MRLA President & CEO Justin Winslow. “Now, we applaud our state legislature and Senator McMorrow for her leadership in making off-premise cocktail sales a permanent fixture in Michigan, giving restaurant operators a much-needed economic boost and the opportunity to continue providing a service that customers have greatly enjoyed.”
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 5,500 Michigan foodservice and lodging establishments. The industry plays an integral role in Michigan's economy, employing more than 450,000 people and creating nearly $44.6 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 5,500 Michigan foodservice and lodging establishments. The industry plays an integral role in Michigan's economy, employing more than 450,000 people and creating nearly $44.6 billion in annual sales. For more information, visit www.mrla.org and www.detroitrla.org.
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