House of Representatives

Revises Iowa alcohol laws to expand carryout/open-container rules between adjacent venues, allow noncontiguous premises with TTB approval, and let state agencies hold licenses.

Amendment H-1144 requires that any person appointed to a county advisory board on or after July 1, 2025 reside in the county served, strengthening local representation.

Authorizes harm reduction groups to buy, transport, and use drug checking tools and trace amounts of substances, shielding them from illicit paraphernalia charges.

HF 178 hikes the fine for speeds >20 mph over limit from $135+ $5/mph to $285+ $5/mph, boosting state/county revenue and impacting motorists.