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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to impose an excise tax on distributors of certain drinks with added sugar and promoting healthy alternatives to such drinks. Revenue.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to impose an excise tax on distributors of certain sugary drinks in Massachusetts. The tax would be tiered based on the amount of added sugars in the beverages, with higher tax rates for drinks with more added sugars. The revenue from the tax would be deposited into a new Commonwealth's Health Promotion Fund, which would be used to fund programs such as providing free school meals and healthy food in early education settings, particularly in communities most impacted by health disparities. The bill also establishes a Commonwealth's Health Promotion Advisory Board to provide guidance on the administration and allocation of the fund.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (15)
Kay Khan (D)*,
Jon Santiago (D)*,
Christine Barber (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Denise Garlick (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Sam Montaño (D),
Angelo Puppolo (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Lindsay Sabadosa (D),
Andy Vargas (D),
Tommy Vitolo (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4870 (on 07/17/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2859 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2859.pdf |
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