The bill establishes a voluntary exclusion program for individuals wishing to prohibit themselves from purchasing alcoholic beverages from retail alcohol licensees in Iowa. It amends Section 123.9 of the Code 2025 by adding a new subsection that outlines the process for individuals to request exclusion for a period of five years or for life. Subsequent requests can also be made for five years or life after the initial period. Retail alcohol licensees will have electronic access to the names and social security numbers of those who have voluntarily excluded themselves, ensuring that this information remains confidential unless legally required to be disclosed.

Additionally, the bill mandates that individuals requesting exclusion receive information from the department of health and human services regarding substance use disorder treatment and prevention programs. It also stipulates that neither the state nor retail alcohol licensees will be held liable for any claims arising from this exclusion process. Furthermore, the department of revenue is prohibited from taking administrative action or imposing penalties on licensees who report sales to individuals who have opted for voluntary exclusion.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 123.9