Soda tax is among 2,189 bills introduced by California lawmakers
February 27, 2013
A proposal to tax sweetened soda in California has renewed debate over the state's role in preventing obesity among its residents.
State Sen. Bill Monning (D-Carmel) has introduced legislation that would levy a 1-cent-per-ounce tax on sweetened beverages, including sodas, as part of an effort to fight obesity among young people.
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