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IA HF2355

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/9/2026

Primary Sponsor

State Government

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Allows nonnative wine manufacturers to obtain class "A" wine permits without meeting Iowa residency requirements, creating an exemption under Section 123.176A
  • Requires manufacturers, distillers, or importers of alcoholic liquors to obtain a distiller's certificate of compliance before selling in Iowa, with a $200 annual application fee
  • Certificates of compliance expire one year from issuance and can be renewed unless suspended or revoked for cause
  • Eliminates the requirement that all persons participating in distribution of a liquor brand must hold certificates, requiring only the manufacturer, distiller, or importer to obtain certification
  • Requires beer industry applicants (manufacturers, brewers, bottlers, importers, vendors) to submit certificate applications electronically or in a manner prescribed by the director

Legislative Description

A bill for an act relating to alcoholic beverage control, including certificates of compliance and the issuance of class "A" wine permits to nonnative wine manufacturers, and providing fees.(Formerly HSB 581.)

Last Action

Subcommittee recommends passage.

2/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means2/9/2026

Full Bill Text

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