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SF 2138

A bill for an act relating to prohibited activities in the administration of alcoholic beverage control by the department of revenue, and including effective date provisions.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa bill restricting Department of Revenue's prohibited activities in alcohol beverage control administration; withdrawn after substitution by HF 2200 in April 2026.

Withdrawn.
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Bill Summary · SF 2138

Legislative bill overview

SF 2138 proposes restrictions on prohibited activities within Iowa's Department of Revenue regarding alcoholic beverage control administration. The bill was introduced in January 2026 but was ultimately withdrawn in April 2026 after being substituted by companion bill HF 2200. The specific prohibited activities are not detailed in the available legislative history.

Why is this important

Alcoholic beverage control directly affects the licensing, regulation, and enforcement of alcohol sales across Iowa, impacting businesses, consumers, and public health outcomes. Clarifying what constitutes prohibited administrative activities could prevent regulatory overreach, ensure fair enforcement, or strengthen compliance requirements depending on the bill's specific provisions.

Potential points of contention

  • Specificity of restrictions: Without access to the bill's text, it's unclear whether restrictions protect business interests or limit necessary regulatory oversight
  • Enforcement implications: Prohibiting certain activities may reduce the department's ability to investigate violations or maintain public safety standards
  • Substitution by HF 2200: The bill's withdrawal in favor of HF 2200 suggests substantive disagreements that were resolved through a different legislative vehicle, indicating compromise or competing priorities

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

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