HF2552 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Direct shippers of wine regulated; sales and use taxes, liquor gross receipts taxes, and excise taxes imposed on direct shipments of wine; licensing provided; classification of data provided; and reports required.
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill aims to regulate the direct shipment of wine within the state of Minnesota. It seeks to establish specific taxes, licensing requirements, and reporting obligations for those who directly ship wine to residents. Additionally, the bill provides for privacy and data classification of shipment information.
Main Provisions
- Tax Implication: The bill imposes sales and use taxes, liquor gross receipts taxes, and excise taxes on wine shipments directly delivered to consumers in Minnesota.
- Licensing Requirement: Direct shippers of wine must obtain a specific license to legally ship wine within the state.
- Data Classification: Information related to direct wine shipments will be classified according to the new standards, ensuring that data privacy is managed as per sections 340A.550 and 340A.555 of the Minnesota Statutes.
- Report Requirements: Licensed shippers will have reporting obligations to provide transparency and compliance regarding the volume and nature of their shipments.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Amendments to Current Statutes: Changes will be made to several sections of the Minnesota Statutes to include provisions for direct shipments of wine, reflecting their taxation and reporting procedures.
- New Provisions in Chapter 340A: New codes regarding direct wine shipment will be introduced, setting the groundwork for regulating this market segment.
Relevant Terms
direct shipment, wine, sales and use taxes, liquor gross receipts, excise taxes, licensing, data classification, reporting requirements, Minnesota Statutes.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Judiciary Finance and Civil Law |
Citations
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"Adds a new subdivision related to data obtained and shared by the commissioner of public safety."
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"summary": "This bill proposes an amendment related to data classification concerning direct shipments of wine under section 13.6905.",
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"summary": "This bill amends the section related to liquor license requirements.",
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"Adjusts licensing requirements for direct shippers of wine."
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"citation": "340A.304"
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"summary": "Amendment relating to the excise taxes imposed on direct shipments.",
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"Modifies subdivision related to tax collection on direct wine shipments."
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"citation": "295.75"
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"analysis": {
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"summary": "The bill modifies the use tax provisions affecting direct shipments of wine.",
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"Amends tax imposition rules to include direct wine shipments."
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"citation": "297A.83"
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"analysis": {
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"summary": "This section concerns reporting requirements for excise taxes on wine.",
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"Updates reporting guidelines for wine excise taxes."
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"citation": "297G.07"
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"summary": "Relates to the regulatory aspects under the Department of Public Safety.",
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"Amends administrative roles in the regulation of direct wine shipments."
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