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HF 93

A bill for an act relating to noncontiguous locations of the premises of a native distillery.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Megan Jones

HF 93 allows Iowa's native distilleries to use noncontiguous locations for their licensed premises, boosting operational flexibility and potentially increasing product availability.

Subcommittee recommends passage.
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Bill Summary · HF 93

Summary of Bill HF 93

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: HF 93
  • Title: A bill for an act relating to noncontiguous locations of the premises of a native distillery.
  • Status: Subcommittee recommends passage.
  • Introduced: January 21, 2025
  • Classification: Bill
  • Subject: Alcoholic beverages, distilleries

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of HF 93 is to amend the definition of "premises" for native distilleries in Iowa. The bill seeks to allow native distilleries to include noncontiguous locations as part of their licensed premises, thereby expanding their operational flexibility and capacity.

Key Provisions

The bill proposes the following changes to Section 123.43 of the Iowa Code:

  1. Definition of "Premises":

    • The term "premises" will now include noncontiguous locations that are approved by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury.

  2. Eligible Noncontiguous Locations:

    • Locations separated from the main premises by public waterways, roads, or carrier rights-of-way.
    • Additional locations within the same general area as the primary premises.
    • Warehouses located away from the primary premises or any of the aforementioned noncontiguous locations.

Impact

  • Who is Affected:

    • This bill primarily impacts native distilleries in Iowa, allowing them greater flexibility in their operations. It may also benefit consumers by potentially increasing the availability of products from these distilleries.

  • Operational Flexibility:

    • By allowing noncontiguous locations, distilleries can expand their storage and production capabilities without being limited to a single contiguous area.

Procedural Aspects

  • Legislative Actions:

    • January 21, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the Commerce Committee.
    • January 23, 2025: Rereferred to the State Government Committee.
    • January 29, 2025: Subcommittee recommends passage.

  • Subcommittee Details:

    • Members include Jones, Srinivas, and Wilz, H.
    • A subcommittee meeting was held on January 29, 2025, at 11:30 AM in the House Lounge.

Conclusion

HF 93 represents a significant change in the operational framework for native distilleries in Iowa, allowing them to utilize noncontiguous locations for their licensed premises. This amendment aims to enhance the business capabilities of distilleries while ensuring compliance with federal regulations.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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