by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Aug 25, 2026 | Recent News
Hello everyone, Wow! What another great turnout at the Annual MSSA golf tournament held at Creeks Bend Golf Course in New Prague! As usual, a well-attended event, as many members, Sponsors and other guests contributed their time and energy in making this again, a...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Aug 25, 2026 | Recent News
Important Notice! Cryptocurrency kiosk ban in Minnesota began August 1st A new Minnesota law banning cryptocurrency kiosks, machines that allow users to convert cash into digital currency almost instantly, took effect August 1st. According to the Minnesota Commerce...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Jul 17, 2026 | Recent News
Minnesota to Withdraw EV Mandate The decision is tied to a court case led by NACS and Minnesota retailers. Minnesota has agreed to entirely withdraw its EV mandate (Clean Cars rule), per a recently submitted Stipulation and Joint Motion sent to the United States...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Jun 23, 2026 | Recent News
With the Legislature now adjourned until January of 2027, the leaders of the four legislative caucuses have been out offering their perspectives of the last two years, and the incredibly challenging environment they faced. The GOP Leaders of the House seem the most...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | May 21, 2026 | Recent News
NACS supports the year-round sale of E15 fuel to help enhance supply and promote competition. The House on Wednesday, May 13th passed a bill allowing the year-round sale of E15. NACS has continually advocated for the year-round sale of E15 fuel. The vote was 218 to...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | May 21, 2026 | Recent News
The state sought to have electric vehicles exceed 6% of all new, light-duty vehicle sales. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison on Wednesday submitted a letter to the U.S. District Court initiating the process to dismiss the Clean Fuels Development Coalition v....
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Apr 22, 2026 | Recent News
EPA Issues Emergency Waiver for E15 and Other Fuel Requirements The Trump administration is aiming for a uniform standard across the country. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) this afternoon announced an emergency waiver under the Clean Air Act, lifting...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Apr 22, 2026 | Recent News
For Immediate Release Grants Available to Expand E15 Access Across MN MDA offering $4.7M for fuel infrastructure upgrades to strengthen Minnesota’s biofuels Industry St. Paul, MN – The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is now accepting applications...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Mar 20, 2026 | Recent News
(L-R; Lonnie McQuirter, Doug Nelson, Karen Koehnen, Congressman Stauber & Lance Klatt) On March 19th, MSSA members Lonnie McQuirter (36Lynn Refuel) and Karen Koehnen and Doug Nelson (Lakeshore Market & More) along with MSSA Executive Director Lance Klatt spent...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Mar 18, 2026 | Recent News
Congratulations to the Youngstedts’ Team! Youngstedts Group is the Excelsior – Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year! “Here’s to another year of collaboration, connection, and community.”
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Feb 17, 2026 | Recent News
Wow! What a blast everyone had at the Fifteenth Annual MSSA Ice fishing Tournament featuring nearly Sixty MSSA members and guests attending the unforgettable event at Grandview resort in Nisswa, MN. Must say this was the coldest MSSA Ice fishing tournament on record!...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Dec 17, 2025 | Recent News
MSSA Member Tony Donatell featured in NACS’ Ideas 2 Go: Take a Tour of this C-Store Speakeasy Farmer’s Grandson Eatery features a high-end cocktail bar and an array of food concepts. Here’s something your average convenience store doesn’t have—a hidden speakeasy....
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Nov 25, 2025 | Recent News
Chicago- For the third consecutive year, the NACS Show set an attendance record for its respective host city, following record crowds in Atlanta (2023) and Las Vegas (2024). Overall, 25,136 attendees from 73 countries experienced four days of education, networking and...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Nov 25, 2025 | Recent News
The proposal from Visa and Mastercard would still allow fee increases and anti-competitive practices, says NACS. November 10, 2025 The proposed credit card swipe fee settlement introduced today by Visa and Mastercard should be rejected because it will not benefit...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Sep 24, 2025 | Recent News
U.S. Representative Pete Stauber visits with Tobies Co- Owners Chris Hickle and Pam Zabrok Chris Hickle and Pam Zabrok; Co-owners of Tobies Station Station/Bakery in Hinckley are the second MSSA members in the past month to host NACS’ “Instore” visits. Back on August...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Sep 24, 2025 | Recent News
Government Affairs Update: SSDA-AT Leading the Fight for Right to Repair and Vehicle Choice By Roy Littlefield SSDA-AT is on the front lines of two of the most important battles facing our industry today, Right to Repair and Vehicle Choice and we’re making our voice...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Jul 22, 2025 | Recent News
As part of NACS’ “Instore” visits, House Majority Whip Rep. Tom Emmer, R-Minn., took a trip down memory lane July 10 when he returned behind the counter at Ralphie’s Minnoco in Clear Lake. The congressman worked at a SuperAmerica when he was a teenager. He said...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Jun 23, 2025 | Recent News
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Jun 23, 2025 | Recent News
Early morning of June 10th, the Minnesota Senate adjourned, ended the Special Session and concluded their work on the budget for the upcoming 2026-2027 biennium. The roughly $66 billion budget represents a reduction in the budget passed in 2023 and addresses nearly...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | May 23, 2025 | Recent News
Following bipartisan votes, resolutions of disapproval now head to the U.S. Senate. In a series of votes concluding late this morning, with dozens of Democrats joining with the Republican majority, the U.S. House of Representatives passed two resolutions to block...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | May 21, 2025 | Recent News
Back on April 24th MSSA hosted it’s Annual Meeting at the “Volstead House” Whiskey Bar & Speak Easy in Eagan. MSSA members were given current updates of the Association and the industry, Including a Legal Report by MSSA Counsel Randy Thompson, Legislative Update...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Apr 21, 2025 | Recent News
On March 12th MSSA members on behalf of NACS participated in eight congressional meetings with members of Congress and Congressional staffers. Throughout the day, the goal was to educate members of Congress and staffers about important issues in our industry, lobby...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Mar 19, 2025 | Recent News
St. Paul, MN On Wednesday, February 26th MSSA President Chan Smith testified in the Senate Taxes Committee supporting S.F. 44, Sen. Ann Rest’s bill which would establish a vendor collection allowance. Any business collecting Minnesota sales taxes would be...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Mar 19, 2025 | Recent News
WASHINGTON, March 18, 2025 — The American Petroleum Institute today joined over 100 other trade groups representing a wide range of stakeholders in sending a letter to House and Senate leadership welcoming Congress’ efforts to protect consumers and reverse...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Jan 21, 2025 | Recent News
Small Actions Can Yield Huge Results Lonnie McQuirter of 36 Lyn Refuel Station in Minneapolis shares advice on advocacy. January 2025 6 minute read By Lonnie McQuirter Above: Lonnie McQuirter (far right), joined by other advocates, visited the offices of Majority Whip...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Jan 21, 2025 | Recent News
2025 Minnesota Legislature – a look ahead Challenged elections, legal rulings, and the death of a sitting and influential DFL Senator were all story lines in the final days of 2024. They will have a lasting impact on the 2025 Legislative Session and may create...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Nov 25, 2024 | Recent News
October 23, 2024 Erik and Laura Ogren and the Patron Points Team hosted industry partners and guests to an open house enjoying refreshments and celebrating 20 past years of success. In 2004, Erik and Laura leaped into the Loyalty industry not knowing what the future...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Nov 25, 2024 | Recent News
Las Vegas- The 2024 NACS Show demonstrated why it’s the industry’s most comprehensive event, drawing a record 26,124 attendees to Las Vegas from October 7th through the 10th for four days of education, networking, and a look at what’s hot and new in the global...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Oct 21, 2024 | Recent News
MN AG’s – pricing transparency guidance (Junk Fees) Takes effect January 1, 2025 As reported at the end of the 2024 Legislative session, the “Junk fee” bill for all businesses in Minnesota is effective January 1, 2025. MSSA members in the Auto repair, C-store...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Sep 26, 2024 | Recent News
Date: September 26, 2024 From: Todd Hill Labor Mandate Implementation I wanted to provide a quick update regarding the implementation of two new state programs that have the potential to impact your members. Minnesota Secure Choice Retirement Program The first is...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Sep 23, 2024 | Recent News
MSSA President/member hosted USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack, Senators Amy Klobuchar, Tina Smith and Representative Angie Craig in support of USDA’s HBIIP. The purpose of the HBIIP is to increase significantly the sales and use of higher blends of ethanol and biodiesel by...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Aug 23, 2024 | Recent News
By Roy Littlefield SSDA-AT is showing strong support for HR 906, The Right to Equitable and Professional Auto Industry Repair Act (REPAIR Act), as prepared for full committee consideration by lead sponsor Dr. Neal Dunn (R-FL). SSDA-AT is asking for passage at the next...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Aug 22, 2024 | Recent News
Wow! What another great turn out at the Annual MSSA golf tournament held at Oak Glen Golf Course in Stillwater! As usual, it was a well-attended event as many golfers and other guests contributed their time and energy and the best weather, making this once again a fun...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Jul 1, 2024 | Recent News
Past MSSA Member Thomas R. Schlangen, age 68 of Corcoran, passed away last month on June 22, 2024. Tom is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Ann Schlangen; chil- dren, Paul (Amanda) Schlangen, Diane (Ginger) Yantes, Adam Schlangen; grandchildren, Tyler, Ethan,...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Dec 5, 2023 | Recent News
Claim notices began mailing out December 1. In March, a federal appeals court upheld a $5.6 billion antitrust class-action settlement consisting of more than 12 million retailers. The claims process is now moving forward as claims forms began mailing on December 1,...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Dec 4, 2023 | Recent News
Join the conversation on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2:00 p.m. The meeting, which is the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 2:00 p.m., is an opportunity for small business owners to have a conversation with business experts and their peers. Our next call/Teams meeting,...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | May 26, 2023 | Recent News
One of the most intense Legislative Sessions in years, MSSA and other interest groups fought off a statewide flavor ban on Tobacco and in the 11th hour, able to find common ground with our Minimum Mark -Law on fuel. Want to thank all MSSA members for taking time to...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Mar 13, 2023 | Recent News
Lawsuit challenges the imposition of California standards in Minnesota as preempted by federal law Minneapolis – The Minnesota Service Station & Convenience Store Association and National Association of Convenience Stores, along with the Minnesota Soybean Growers...
by webmaster@lundsolutions.com | Dec 6, 2022 | Recent News
Minnesota Management and Budget, along with Governor Walz are just wrapping up the formal presentation of Minnesota’s November Budget and Economic Forecast. The links at the end of this document provide further clarity to Minnesota’s current and projected budget and...
