I am a member of the Finance Committee and, of course, on that committee voted against the $1.50 increase at the manufacturers level, not because I would not like to punish the tobacco companies, but because that amount is excessive and in the process will not lead to a bill which can stop youth tobacco use.
Discussing opposition to a proposed tobacco tax increase during a Finance Committee meeting.
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