SF864 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Third-party delivery services licensing to deliver alcoholic beverages requirement provision
Related bill: HF2290
AI Generated Summary
This legislative bill proposes that any third-party delivery service wishing to deliver alcoholic beverages in Minnesota must obtain a specific license to do so. These delivery services must operate from licensed premises and utilize either a licensed off-sale liquor retailer or be licensed themselves. The bill outlines several requirements for obtaining this license:
License Fee: A fee of $500 must be paid annually for the third-party off-sale liquor delivery license.
Age Regulations: Both the delivery employees or contractors and the customers must be at least 21 years old. Delivery personnel are also required to verify the age of customers at the point of delivery.
Training: Delivery personnel must complete training related to alcohol awareness and provide proof of this training both to their employer and the licensing authority.
Insurance: Third-party delivery services must obtain liquor liability insurance.
The bill ensures that alcohol delivery is carried out responsibly, adhering to regulations that aim to prevent underage drinking and ensure public safety.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
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February 02, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
February 02, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Commerce and Consumer Protection |
February 19, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Author added |