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Bill > HF1545
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Introduced
02/26/2025
02/26/2025
In Committee
04/03/2025
04/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to liquor; permitting persons that are 17 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 340A.412, subdivision 10.
AI Summary
This bill modifies Minnesota's liquor service regulations by allowing 17-year-olds to serve and sell alcoholic beverages in establishments with on-sale intoxicating liquor licenses (such as restaurants, bars, and similar venues), with the requirement that their service is supervised by an employee over 17 years old. Currently, the law prohibits anyone under 18 from serving or selling intoxicating liquor, but this amendment specifically permits 17-year-olds to work in on-sale locations while maintaining restrictions for off-sale establishments (like liquor stores). The bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 340A.412, subdivision 10, and will become effective the day after it is finally enacted. This change could provide more employment opportunities for 17-year-olds in the hospitality and food service industries while ensuring that their work involves adult supervision to maintain safety and compliance with liquor service regulations.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Committee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer to Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy (on 04/03/2025)
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