SF2202

The bill S.F. No. 2202 proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes, Section 340A.404, Subdivision 2b, allowing the city of St. Paul to issue on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses to the Science Museum of Minnesota and the Union Depot.

Key Provisions:

• Existing Licenses: The city of St. Paul already has the authority to issue liquor licenses to specific venues, including the Fitzgerald Theatre, the Great American History Theater, and the Brave New Workshop at the Palace Theater. These licenses allow alcohol sales to ticket holders and members of the nonprofit organizations operating these venues.

• New Licenses: The amendment would extend this authority to:

  • The Science Museum of Minnesota at 120 West Kellogg Boulevard.
  • The Union Depot at 214 Fourth Street East.

• Terms of Licenses: These new licenses would allow for the sale of intoxicating liquor on all days of the week and would be available to the designated venues or their concessionaires/operators.

Purpose:

This legislation expands the ability of these major St. Paul institutions to sell alcohol, likely to support their events, increase revenue, and enhance visitor experience.

Status:

• Introduced and given its first reading on March 6, 2025.
• Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Consumer Protection for further consideration.