Can I offer contests that involve loyalty programs in Minnesota? What are the requirements?

Contests involving loyalty programs in Minnesota

Based on the provided documents, there are no specific regulations that prohibit offering contests that involve loyalty programs in Minnesota. However, there are general eligibility requirements and procedures that must be followed for any contest held in the state.

According to MNAC 6290.0300, each stamp contest is open only to residents of Minnesota who have maintained a legal residence in the state for a minimum of 60 days immediately preceding the entry deadline for the contest. Additionally, there are restrictions on the number of entries that a person may submit for each type of stamp contest, and all completed and signed contest entry forms must accompany the contest entry.

It is important to note that any contest held in Minnesota must comply with all applicable laws and rules, including those related to consumer protection and advertising.

Therefore, if you plan to offer a contest that involves a loyalty program in Minnesota, you should ensure that you comply with all eligibility requirements and procedures, as well as any other relevant laws and regulations.

Grants for Athletic Facilities and Programs

MNST 240A.12 provides that the commission may make matching grants to political subdivisions of the state to acquire and better public land and buildings and other public improvements of a capital nature to be used for community facilities and related infrastructure primarily for amateur athletics. The grant for new facilities may not exceed $100,000 and must be matched by the recipient at a rate of four times the amount of the grant. A grant for renovation of existing facilities may not exceed $50,000 and must be matched equally by the recipient. A grant for recreational programs may not exceed $20,000 and must be matched equally by the recipient. A grant for a special event or program may not exceed $100,000 and must be matched equally by the recipient.

Conclusion

There are no specific regulations that prohibit offering contests that involve loyalty programs in Minnesota. However, any contest held in the state must comply with all applicable laws and rules, including those related to eligibility requirements, procedures, consumer protection, and advertising. MNST 240A.12 provides information on grants for athletic facilities and programs in Minnesota.

Jurisdiction

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