This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 325D.44, to exempt food and beverage service establishments from the mandatory fee advertisement requirement. Specifically, it removes the previous requirement for these establishments to include a clear and conspicuous disclosure of any automatic and mandatory gratuities in their pricing advertisements. The bill also introduces a new exemption for individual food or beverage items sold directly to consumers by various establishments, including restaurants, hotels, bars, food concessions, grocery stores, and grocery delivery services. These exemptions apply as long as the mandatory fees or charges are clearly displayed with an explanation of their purpose.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the mandatory fee advertisement requirements do not apply to certain fees related to motor vehicle purchases, businesses regulated by the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, or fees associated with settlement services. The new language emphasizes that food and beverage service establishments are not required to disclose mandatory gratuities in their pricing, thereby simplifying their advertising practices.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 325D.44