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"Sugar Tax" introduced by Boston city councilor
The Boston City Council is proposing a tax on sugary drinks, saying the money on unhealthy beverages can be put to good use.
Could Boston implement a sugary drink tax? Some city councilors want to explore the idea.
Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan proposed the idea as a way to promote healthier habits among residents and also raise additional revenue for the city.
Boston City Council sugary drink tax push met with bitter reception
The Boston City Council plans to discuss the possibility of imposing a new local tax on sodas and other sugary drinks.
Boston to consider new tax on sugary drinks
Boston city councilors plan to hold a hearing on the issue. A new city tax on sugary drinks would require approval from state lawmakers, in addition to city leaders.
Boston city councilors propose 'Sugar Tax' on sweetened beverages
Boston city councilors on Wednesday introduced a tax on sweetened beverages to fund public health initiatives.
Boston City Council considering a tax on sugary drinks
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Boston councilor pitches soda tax aimed at improving residents' health
A Boston City Councilor has proposed a new tax on soda and other sugary drinks, pitching the measure as a revenue boost for community health programs that could also discourage people from purchasing unhealthy beverages.
Boston councilors consider soda tax
City councilors weighed a proposal to introduce a tax on soda that includes a 2-cent tax on every ounce, meaning a 20-ounce bottle would cost an additional 40 cents.
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