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HOUSE PANELS WANT TAXES ON SWEETENED DRINKS HIKED

The House Committees on Ways and Means and Health began deliberations on proposals to raise taxes on sweetened beverages as lawmakers explore fiscal measures to discourage excessive sugar consumption and help reduce the growing burden of diet-related diseases in the country. At least five measures are under consideration: House Bills (HBs) 5003, 5969, 10712, 10925 […]