MINNESOTA LICENSED BEVERAGE ASSOCIATION

Since 1952, the Minnesota Licensed Beverage Association (MLBA) has been helping licensed beverage retailers in the state of Minnesota with information resources, educational programs and government affairs services designed to promote and protect their business. All our member retailers understand that “with MLBA you’re not alone.”

“Supporting and Promoting Responsible Alcohol Retailing Since 1952”

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HIGHLIGHTED POSTS

All-in-one Labor Laws Poster 2026 for MLBA Members Only!

MLBA members only should have received early in 2026, a brand new all-in-one labor law poster. New on this years poster was a new Minnesota minimum wage as of January 1st. The new minimum wage posting as well as a new Paid Family & Medical Leave posting are two changes from last year’s All-in-one Poster.

If you haven’t receive a poster, make sure your MLBA membership dues are paid up. Give us a call or email at 651-772-0910 or [email protected].

CALL to Action!! – Upcoming Federal Ban on LPHE

If you haven’t already, NOW is the time to tell your members of congress about lifting the upcoming federal ban on Low Potency THC Products!

There has been a lot of media recently on the federal ban on Low Potency Hemp Edibles (LPHE) come November 13th. MLBA has been deeply involved in trying to resolve this issue but we need your input. We have created very easy ways to contact your congress person in Washington D.C. We have a link for you, the retailer as well as for your consumer and even the craft breweries that are making these products here in Minnesota.

2026 Primary Elections Preview

With the state primary election coming up on Tuesday, August 11, and early voting already underway, we wanted to share a quick preview of the key races to watch.

Here are the major primary matchups to keep an eye on:

Statewide Executive Races

Governor: On the DFL side, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar faces Kobey Layne for the nomination to succeed outgoing Governor Tim Walz. For the GOP, it is a three-way contest between MN House Speaker Lisa Demuth, GOP Endorsed candidate Kendall Qualls, and MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell.
Secretary of State (GOP): Tad Jude vs. Wendy Phillips.
State Auditor (GOP): Nate George vs. Scott Jensen vs. Will Finn