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IA HF2354
Bill
Status
2/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
State Government
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AI Summary
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Creates a new alcoholic liquor direct shipper license allowing licensed distillers from Iowa or other states to ship spirits directly to individual Iowa consumers in closed containers
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Defines eligible "alcoholic liquor manufacturer" as a business that distills spirits, barrel matures spirits for at least two years on licensed premises, or blends spirits meeting these criteria
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Requires license applicants to submit copies of their state alcoholic beverage license, federal TTB basic permit, and production documentation showing total proof gallons produced
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Renames "wine carrier permit" to "alcoholic beverage carrier permit" to accommodate shipment of both wine and spirits under the expanded direct shipping framework
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Authorizes the director to suspend licenses for up to one year, revoke licenses, or impose civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation for non-compliance
Legislative Description
A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor, providing fees, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 993, HF 761, HF 140.)
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Ways and Means. H.J. 234.
2/9/2026