Maryland lawmakers are considering raising the taxes on alcoholic drinks by a dime. Supporters argue that the raise in prices will discourage people from drinking which will decrease drunk drivers and health issues. Opponents argue that it will "hurt small businesses and raise consumer prices." If passed the the funds would go to hospitals and other health care needs.
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Possibility Of "Alcohol Tax' Discussed Again in Maryland
Maryland Lawmakers Consider Dime-a-Drink Alcohol Tax
1 comment:
Raven, I'm not sure "raise" and "decrease" are the words you mean.
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