Allows dogs in outdoor dining areas of food service establishments in Michigan.

The bill amends Michigan's food service establishment regulations to permit dogs in outdoor dining areas under specific conditions. Local governments may enforce more restrictive rules. Establishments must notify the local health department of their intent to allow dogs and adhere to guidelines, including maintaining a dog-free zone, cleaning up waste, and ensuring dogs do not contact food or surfaces. Customers are liable for their dogs' actions, and establishments can deny entry to dogs or customers. The bill also includes definitions and modifies sections of the food code.

Allows dogs in outdoor dining areas of food service establishments in Michigan.

The bill amends Michigan's food service establishment regulations to permit dogs in outdoor dining areas under specific conditions. Local governments may enforce more restrictive rules. Establishments must notify the local health department of their intent to allow dogs and adhere to guidelines, including maintaining a dog-free zone, cleaning up waste, and ensuring dogs do not contact food or surfaces. Customers are liable for their dogs' actions, and establishments can deny entry to dogs or customers. The bill also includes definitions and modifies sections of the food code.