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IA SF245

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Tom Shipley

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Origin

Senate

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates a new alcoholic liquor direct shipper license ($25 annual fee) allowing licensed distilleries to ship spirits directly to Iowa residents aged 21 or older for personal use, not resale

  • Manufacturers producing 150,000 proof gallons or fewer annually may ship unlimited quantities; larger producers are limited to 9 liters per person per calendar year

  • Requires licensees to remit 50% of the wholesale price to the Iowa Department of Revenue and submit monthly reports detailing shipments, recipients, prices, and federal tax filings

  • Replaces the existing wine carrier permit with a broader "alcoholic beverage carrier permit" ($100 annual fee) to cover delivery of both wine and spirits subject to direct shipping

  • Applies requirements similar to existing wine direct shipping rules, including age verification at delivery, conspicuous labeling on packages, and registration of products with the department; effective January 1, 2026

Legislative Description

A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor, providing fees, and including effective date provisions.

Last Action

Subcommittee: Schultz, Bisignano, and Dawson. S.J. 491.

3/11/2025

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means3/10/2025
Commerce2/10/2025

Full Bill Text

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