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…

Minnesota’s bars and restaurants are a pillar of our state, and feel great responsibility for the role played in the lives of our guests and staff. Our independent, small businesses…

During this unprecedented time, there are a variety of assistance programs available. For Employees: If a job is affected by the closures announced today, workers are likely eligible for unemployment…

(St. Paul, 3/16/2020) — The Minnesota Licensed Beverage Association (MLBA) represents Minnesota’s small, family-owned bars and restaurants. Today Executive Director Tony Chesak made the following statement: “Small business leaders at…

Greetings liquor licensees, As concerns over Coronavirus grow and social distancing is recommended, we are suspending trainings and regional meetings for the next 4-6 weeks. If you have a training…

UPDATE (3/16/20, 4:30pm cdt): Governor’s Press conference today at 5pm. As of 5pm on March 17th all bars, restaurants, golf courses, movie theaters, etc will be mandated to close until…

The MLBA along with our friends at the MN Municipal Beverage Association held our annual Legislative Day on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 starting at 11am in the State Office Building…