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Possible tax on sodas in Texas

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Texas - A Texas lawmaker says a tax on soda is one way the state can get a handle on the massive budget shortfall.

A hearing on the legislation was held at the capitol in Austin Monday.

The bill would put a one-cent tax per ounce of regular or diet soda sold in retail stores.

Supporters say the luxury tax would give the budget a much needed boost.

Lawmakers say the bill would also be beneficial because it could cause Texans to drink less soda.

Interactive Poll

Would you support a tax on regular and diet soda sold in retail stores in Texas?

Thank you for participating in our poll. Here are the results so far:

Yes
15%
No
76%
Just on regular soda, not diet
6%
No opinion
3%
Possible tax on sodas in Texas

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