This bill modifies liquor licensing provisions in Minnesota, allowing specific municipalities to issue on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses under new conditions. Notably, St. Paul is authorized to issue licenses for venues such as the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Union Depot, overriding existing zoning laws. The Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota is also granted the ability to hold liquor licenses for locations like Northrop Auditorium and the intercollegiate football stadium, including provisions for non-contiguous spaces. Additionally, the bill introduces a social district license for designated areas, a food truck license pilot program, and expands wine shipping allowances for personal use from two to four liters per case.

Further provisions allow cities like Rochester, Bloomington, St. Louis Park, Springfield, and Lake of the Woods County to issue various liquor licenses for specific venues and events, including food halls and temporary licenses for food trucks. Each of these provisions requires approval from the respective city or county councils and must comply with existing laws. The bill also outlines requirements for social districts, including management plans and container regulations, and mandates a report from cities on the implementation and community response to social district licenses within 24 months of issuance.

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