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Industry lobbyists winning statehouse battles

Last updated: October 27, 2024 3:48 am
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Alcohol Tax Hikes Blocked by Alcohol Industry Lobbyists

Efforts to raise taxes on alcoholic beverages in states like Nebraska, Colorado, Oregon, and New Mexico have been consistently thwarted by the powerful alcohol industry. Despite the clear link between alcohol consumption and various health issues, the industry’s influence in state legislatures has prevented any significant tax increases on alcohol.

A study conducted in 2011 found that the cost of the cheapest spirit was at an all-time low in 60 years, partly due to the decline in excise taxes on alcohol. The Trump administration’s cuts to alcohol taxes further contributed to the affordability and accessibility of alcoholic beverages. State and local taxes on alcohol have not kept up with inflation, largely due to the industry’s lobbying efforts and campaign contributions to politicians.

In Nebraska, Governor Jim Pillen proposed quadrupling taxes on spirits to generate additional revenue for the state. However, the alcohol industry trade groups mobilized their members to oppose the tax increase, citing potential job losses and loss of business to neighboring states. Ultimately, the proposal to increase alcohol taxes was dropped, and instead, a tax cut for alcohol producers was passed.

Similar efforts to raise alcohol taxes in Colorado and Oregon were also met with opposition from the alcohol industry, leading to the failure of those initiatives. The industry’s tactics, including lobbying, campaign contributions, and public relations campaigns, have consistently blocked attempts to raise alcohol taxes in various states.

Advocates for alcohol tax hikes argue that increasing prices can reduce alcohol-related harms, including car crashes, violence, and sexually transmitted infections. Studies have shown that higher alcohol taxes can lead to a decrease in alcohol consumption, benefiting public health and reducing societal costs associated with excessive drinking.

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Despite the challenges posed by the alcohol industry, some states have successfully implemented alcohol tax increases. In states like Utah and Alabama, where alcohol sales are more tightly regulated, policymakers have been able to raise alcohol taxes to generate revenue for substance use treatment and prevention programs.

In Maryland, a strategic campaign led by advocacy groups and public health experts resulted in a successful alcohol tax increase in 2011. By garnering public support and holding lawmakers accountable for their promises to pass the tax hike, advocates were able to overcome industry opposition and secure the tax increase.

As efforts to raise alcohol taxes continue in states like Hawaii, New Mexico, and Oregon, advocates are exploring new strategies to counter industry influence and push for policy changes that prioritize public health. Despite the challenges posed by the alcohol industry, advocates remain committed to addressing the harmful effects of excessive alcohol consumption through targeted tax policies and public health interventions.

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