Vermont 2017-2018 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

H. 477 — An act relating to imposing an excise tax on food products containing sugar

Last action — Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 2017-2018 Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

Summary

This bill proposes to create a tax on sugary food products to encourage healthier eating habits. The aim is to reduce sugar consumption by making these items more expensive for consumers.

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Action History

  1. Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 189 not signed on

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Not signed on (189)

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Frequently asked questions

What does H. 477 do?
This bill proposes to create a tax on sugary food products to encourage healthier eating habits. The aim is to reduce sugar consumption by making these items more expensive for consumers.
Who sponsors H. 477?
H. 477 is sponsored by James W Masland (Democrat).
What is the current status of H. 477?
This bill died with 2017-2018 Regular Session. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track H. 477?
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