SF2221 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Certain requirements modification of liquor licenses issues to the Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota
Related bill: HF1668
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes amendments to Minnesota Statutes regarding liquor licenses for publicly owned recreation and entertainment facilities, particularly those issued to the Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota. Key provisions include:
The bill authorizes the issuance of on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses to the University of Minnesota's Board of Regents or an entity with a concessions contract for events at:
- Northrop Auditorium
- The intercollegiate football stadium (Huntington Bank Stadium), including for Minnesota Vikings games.
- Up to seven other locations on university property, as specified in the approved license applications.
The bill clarifies that liquor sales at Huntington Bank Stadium must include at least one location where alcohol is accessible to the general public during intercollegiate football games, with sales permitted through halftime.
Additional provisions allow the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center Authority to sell liquor during intercollegiate hockey games.
The commissioner is authorized to charge a license fee comparable to similar liquor licenses in nearby cities.
In essence, this bill expands and modifies liquor licensing for the University of Minnesota to enable greater flexibility in alcohol sales at select university venues.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Past committee meetings
- Commerce and Consumer Protection on: March 13, 2025 12:30
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 06, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| March 06, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Commerce and Consumer Protection |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Allows liquor licenses for additional locations within the University of Minnesota as approved by the Board of Regents."
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"summary": "This bill modifies certain requirements of liquor licenses issued to public facilities including the University of Minnesota.",
"modified": [
"Adjusts details related to the issuance of licenses and conditions under which they apply at TCF Huntington Bank Stadium."
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"citation": "340A.404",
"subdivision": "subdivision 4a"
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