"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.
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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 ...
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‘Sugar tax' introduced to Boston City Council
Boston’s District 8 City Councilor Sharon Durkan proposed the so-called "Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Tax" – or SSBT – at Wednesday’s city council meeting. Specifically, her proposal includes ...
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Boston city councilor proposing sugar tax on sweetened drinks
Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan is requesting a hearing to propose a tax on sugary drinks in attempt to improve public ...
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.
City Council to weigh new tax on sugary drinks
A tax on sugary drinks could fund important programs and improve public health, Boston City Councilor Sharon Durkan is ...
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City councilor will introduce “Sugar Tax” on Wednesday
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. A benefit for public health? Cit ...