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IA HF2403

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Wills

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Repeals Iowa Code Section 123.22, which currently grants the Department of Revenue a monopoly on importing most alcoholic liquors into the state.

  • Requires the Department of Revenue to review Chapter 123 and all associated alcoholic beverage control provisions, including tax implications, administrative impacts, and department powers and duties.

  • Directs the Department to submit proposed legislation to the General Assembly during the 2027 regular session, including plans for disposal of state warehouses and infrastructure no longer needed.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2027, with the provision requiring the Department's review and proposed legislation taking effect immediately upon enactment.

  • Applies to all alcoholic liquor importation into Iowa on or after July 1, 2027.

Legislative Description

A bill for an act repealing the state monopoly on the importation of alcoholic liquor, and including effective date and applicability provisions.

Last Action

Committee vote: Yeas, 13. Nays, 8. Excused, 2. H.J. 339.

2/18/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government2/11/2026

Full Bill Text

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