Iowa 2025-2026 Regular Session

Iowa House Bill HF830

Introduced
3/7/25  

Caption

A bill for an act concerning the wholesale price of alcoholic liquor offered for sale by the department of revenue.

Impact

The proposed bill introduces a minimum unit price, set at 50 cents per 18 milliliters of alcohol, which would take precedence when calculating the price of alcoholic liquor if it results in a higher assessment than the manufacturer's price or the ordinary wholesale price. The implications of this legislation could impact profit margins for retailers and the pricing landscape for alcoholic beverages in Iowa, potentially affecting competitive dynamics within the market.

Summary

House File 830 addresses the wholesale pricing framework for alcoholic liquor sold by the Iowa Department of Revenue. The bill outlines amendments to existing statutes that affect the pricing mechanism used by the department, specifically for Class E retail alcohol licensees. Currently, the price at which the department sells alcoholic liquor is determined by either the manufacturer's price or a specified markup, which can be up to 50% of the wholesale price paid by the department for the liquor.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HF830 may arise from stakeholders in the retail alcohol industry. Opponents could argue that the imposition of a minimum unit price might limit the ability of retailers to set competitive pricing strategies, thereby influencing consumer access and potentially increasing prices for end users. Additionally, the bill's definition and application of the minimum unit price could lead to disputes regarding its enforcement and fairness among retailers.

Additional_info

The bill's amendments concentrate authority within the department, supporting a streamlined approach to alcoholic liquor sales by establishing clearer pricing guidelines. The intended outcome is to enhance the regulatory framework that governs the sale of alcohol and to ensure that pricing remains fair and consistent across different retailers in Iowa.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IA HF2670

A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 2629, HF 83.)

IA HF2629

A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HF 83; See HF 2670.)

IA HSB39

A bill for an act relating to alcohol beverage control concerning product placement and inducements by manufacturers and wholesalers of alcoholic liquor, wine, or beer.(See HF 158.)

IA HF158

A bill for an act relating to alcohol beverage control concerning product placement and inducements by manufacturers and wholesalers of alcoholic liquor, wine, or beer. (Formerly HSB 39.) Effective date: 07/01/2023.

IA SF2168

A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor, and including effective date provisions.

IA HF83

A bill for an act providing for the direct shipment of alcoholic liquor and including effective date provisions.(See HF 2629, HF 2670.)

IA HF2710

A bill for an act relating to the duties and responsibilities of the department of revenue including sports wagering, the lottery, cigarette and tobacco taxes, alcoholic beverages, and including effective date provisions.(Formerly HSB 723.)

IA SF2427

A bill for an act relating to the duties and responsibilities of the department of revenue including sports wagering, the lottery, cigarette and tobacco taxes, alcoholic beverages, and including effective date provisions. (Formerly SSB 3179.)

IA HSB694

A bill for an act relating to the administration of state taxation, the lottery, and alcoholic beverages under the purview of the department of revenue, making appropriations, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.

IA HSB724

A bill for an act relating to the administration of state taxation, the lottery, and alcoholic beverages under the purview of the department of revenue, making appropriations, and including effective date and retroactive applicability provisions.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.