This bill establishes provisions for the direct shipment of beer in Iowa, introducing a new beer direct shipper permit under Code section 123.147. It allows licensed beer manufacturers to sell beer directly to consumers within the state and to ship beer to consumers in other states, provided they comply with applicable laws. The bill outlines the application process for obtaining the permit, which includes a $25 annual fee, and mandates that permit holders remit a barrel tax on beer shipped directly, in accordance with existing tax regulations.

Additionally, the bill amends various sections of the Iowa Code to incorporate the new beer direct shipper permit and align it with existing regulations for wine shipments. It specifies that the direct shipment of beer must adhere to certain requirements, such as age verification and proper labeling, and it allows for the automatic renewal of permits under specific conditions. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 123.32, 123.35, 123.147, 123.136, 123.46A, 123.130, 123.188