Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to modify the existing liquor licensing laws in Minnesota, specifically to grant certain municipalities additional authority to issue liquor licenses. It also aims to change liquor license regulations for the Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• St. Paul Liquor Licenses: The bill allows the city of St. Paul to issue on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses to specific venues, even if these actions would typically conflict with existing laws or local policies related to zoning or proximity to schools and churches.
  • Venues in St. Paul that can receive licenses include:
  • Fitzgerald Theatre
  • Great American History Theatre
  • Brave New Workshop at the Palace Theater
  • Science Museum of Minnesota
  • Union Depot
• These licenses permit sales throughout the week and are available for patrons holding event tickets or guests of nonprofit corporation members associated with the venue.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Special Provisions for St. Paul: This bill exempts certain St. Paul venues from limitations in existing law or local ordinances regarding liquor sales, such as zoning restrictions and proximity to schools or churches.
• University of Minnesota Board of Regents: Adjustments are made to the regulations concerning liquor licenses issued to the Board of Regents, though specifics of these changes are less detailed in the bill summary.

Relevant Terms

liquor licenses, on-sale intoxicating liquor, St. Paul, Fitzgerald Theatre, Science Museum of Minnesota, Union Depot, University of Minnesota Board of Regents, zoning restrictions, local ordinance.