The MMA supports a 10-cent per drink increase in the tax on beer, wine and spirits as well as future tax increases to keep pace with inflation. Funds should be used for prevention, treatment and public safety services related to alcohol abuse.
Alcohol is a key factor in the four leading causes of death among young people in America: traffic collisions, homicides, injuries, and suicides.
Increasing the cost of alcohol will reduce underage drinking -- especially binge drinking. Even a small price hike makes a difference to young people.
The MMA is a member of Minnesota Join Together, a coalition to reduce underage drinking.