**Updated Letter Sent 4/3/2020** April 3, 2020 Governor Tim Walz 75 Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, Suite 130 St. Paul, MN 55155 RE:   MLBA supports temporary, safe,…

3/23/20 Dear Members: This weekend, the Minnesota Licensed Beverage Association sent a letter to Governor Tim Walz urging him to approve “take out liquor” for bars and restaurants. Essentially, we…

3/21/2020 MLBA Members: Today the MLBA sent a letter to Governor Tim Walz urging him to approve “take out liquor” for bars and restaurants. Essentially, we believe on-sale establishments currently…

Dear MLBA Members, We are using this page to include releases from MN Department of Economic Development, U.S Small Business Administration,  MN Department of Commerce and other agencies as information…

3/20/2020 MLBA members: This is a letter that was collaboratively sent to Governor Walz’s office today. It’s intent was to let the Governor know that the industry stands together and…

The impact of COVID-19 is a rapidly evolving situation. Multiple states have now ordered the temporary shutdown of on-site drinking and dining for bars and restaurants. ICC recognizes the impact…

In line with the state’s continued response to COVID-19, the Minnesota Department of Revenue is granting a 30-day Sales and Use Tax grace period for businesses identified in Executive Order 20-04.…

COVID-19 Information ​The Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement Division is aware of the many challenges we are all facing during this difficult time. As of 5 p.m. March 17, all restaurants and bars will…