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IA HSB649

SB

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

State Government

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates a new "beer direct shipper permit" allowing out-of-state beer manufacturers to ship beer directly to Iowa consumers, mirroring existing wine direct shipper regulations
  • Imposes a barrel tax of $5.89 per 31-gallon barrel on all beer shipped directly to consumers under the new permit
  • Requires beer direct shipper permit holders to file semi-annual reports (by June 10 and December 10) detailing exact quantities shipped and remit applicable taxes
  • Renames the existing "wine carrier permit" to "alcoholic beverage carrier permit" to cover both wine and beer direct shipments
  • Permits automatically renew upon annual fee payment provided all required reports have been filed and barrel taxes paid

Legislative Description

A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of beer, levying a barrel tax, providing fees, making penalties applicable, and including effective date provisions.

Last Action

Subcommittee recommends passage.

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government1/29/2026

Full Bill Text

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