MN HF2202

Creates a new "limited malt liquor" category defined as malt liquor containing 0.5% to 15% alcohol by weight, replacing the former "low-alcohol malt liquor" definition (which was 2% or less)

Authorizes cities to issue off-sale limited malt liquor licenses to food retailers within their jurisdiction, and counties may issue such licenses in unorganized or unincorporated areas with commissioner approval

Defines "food retailer" as self-service retail establishments primarily selling groceries (bread, meat, produce, dairy, packaged foods), including supermarkets, grocery stores, corner stores, and convenience stores

Exempts holders of off-sale intoxicating liquor licenses from needing a separate limited malt liquor license to sell these products

Restricts limited malt liquor sales to between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday, and between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 a.m. on Sunday