This bill allows cities in Iowa to establish entertainment districts where the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages are permitted in designated public areas. It amends existing laws to include provisions for these districts, specifically allowing holders of class C and special class C retail alcohol licenses to operate within them. The bill defines an entertainment district as licensed premises that permit the consumption of alcoholic liquor, wine, and beer on public streets, sidewalks, and other public spaces, provided that the consumption complies with an ordinance adopted by the city.

The ordinance must include specific requirements such as a legal description or map of the district, the days and hours when alcohol consumption is allowed, identification requirements for containers used for alcoholic beverages, and enforcement provisions. Additionally, the bill clarifies that the ordinance does not permit the consumption of alcohol in motor vehicles or in public spaces outside the designated times, nor does it allow for violations of existing alcohol control laws. Overall, the bill aims to create a regulated environment for alcohol consumption in designated entertainment areas while ensuring public safety and compliance with existing laws.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 123.30, 123.32, 414.34