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Despite recent pushback against new tariffs, Connecticut Democrats are currently debating a proposed 2-cent-per-ounce tax on beverages containing sugar and artificial sweeteners. If passed, this would increase the cost of sodas, juices, and other sweetened drinks.
For example, a 12-ounce soda would see an additional 24-cent tax—on top of the 10-cent bottle redemption fee and any applicable sales tax.
What’s Included?
The proposed tax applies to drinks containing:
- Sugar (e.g., cane sugar, high-fructose corn syrup, honey, fruit juice concentrate)
- Artificial or low-calorie sweeteners (e.g., aspartame, sucralose, stevia, saccharin)
A public hearing was held on the bill Monday, April 14th, at the Legislative Office Building, hosted by the Finance Committee. I encourage you to share your thoughts on H.B. 7273.
👉 Submit Testimony Here
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