This bill proposes significant changes to liquor licensing laws in Minnesota, including the introduction of local licenses and a specific food truck license for selling intoxicating liquor at private events. It allows for the issuance of on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses to venues in St. Paul, such as the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Union Depot, and modifies existing provisions for the University of Minnesota's Board of Regents. Notably, the bill permits individuals as young as 17 to serve alcoholic beverages in establishments with on-sale licenses. Additionally, it increases the maximum amount of wine that can be shipped into Minnesota for personal use from two to four liters per case.

The bill also grants the city of Springfield the authority to issue various types of on-sale liquor licenses for the Springfield Area Community Center, overriding any conflicting local laws or ordinances. The city will be considered the licensee, and relevant provisions from Minnesota Statutes will apply as if the community center were a municipal liquor store. The effective date for these changes will be contingent upon approval by the Springfield City Council and compliance with state regulations, ensuring alignment with existing laws while empowering local management of liquor sales.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 340A.412
1st Engrossment: 340A.404, 340A.412, 340A.417