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Viral video star, Minnesota seniors toast new law legalizing happy hours at assisted living facilities
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Corin Hoggard , as published by FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)
· August 5, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about this new law and the woman's role in its passage can be found through local news sources, such as FOX 9 KMSP.
A new law has been passed in Minnesota, allowing happy hours to take place at assisted living and nursing homes. This change is attributed to the efforts of a woman from Champlin. Her determination has led to the legalization of happy hours in these facilities for the first time.
The woman's actions have brought about a significant change in the state's laws regarding assisted living and nursing homes. Further details about this new law and the woman's role in its passage can be found through local news sources, such as FOX 9 KMSP.
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Category: local Published: August 5, 2026 Source: FOX 9 KMSP (FOX) Reading time: 1 min
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