‘Another money grab’: Here’s why readers don’t support a sugary drink tax
Of the nearly 500 readers who responded to our poll, the majority (70%) said they wouldn't support a tax on sugary drinks.
The Daily Free Press1d
Boston City Council proposes sugary drink tax to address health inequities
Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan proposed a new tax on sugar-sweetened beverages Jan. 15, aiming to combat the ...
Tell us: Would you support a tax on sugary drinks?
SSBs are the single largest source of calories and added sugar in American diets, according to Harvard’s T.H. Chan School of ...
Boston Herald14d
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. Councilor Sharon Durkan introduced a measure Wednesday that seeks to explore ...
WBUR13d
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 ...
CBS News13d
"Sugar Tax" introduced by Boston city councilor
BOSTON - It could cost you more to get a soda soon. The Boston City Council is proposing a tax on sugary drinks, saying the money on unhealthy beverages can be put to good use. City Councilor ...
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Boston city councilor proposing sugar tax on sweetened drinks
BOSTON (WHDH) - Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan is requesting a hearing to propose a tax on sugary drinks in attempt to improve public health and combat obesity. “We tax alcohol, we tax ...