Cigarette Tax Increases by 200%, Into Effect July 1

Indiana Triples Cigarette Tax, Smokers Push Back

Source: (Photo: Eric Berman/WIBC) STATEWIDE –Starting Today, Indiana’s cigarette tax jumps from $1 to $3 per pack, hitting wallets hard. Laura Shenkins said, “That’s too much.” Many Hoosiers agree, calling it unfair, especially for working-class families. Gage Hessman told WISH-TV, “It’s just another way to screw over the middle class.” Mary Lay questioned why only smokers are taxed, not others with health risks. The tax aims to encourage quitti…

Cigarette, gas tax hikes took effect Tuesday

Indiana’s cigarette tax increased for the first time in nearly two decades, following a late April legislative scramble for additional revenue.

State Cigarette Tax Triples – WRBI Radio

(Statewide) – Starting Today, Indiana’s cigarette tax jumps from $1 to $3 per pack. Laura Shenkins said, “That’s too much.” Many Hoosiers agree, calling it unfair, especially for working-class families. Gage Hessman said, “It’s just another way to screw over the middle class.” Mary Lay questioned why only smokers are taxed, not others with health risks. The tax aims to encourage quitting and raise revenue, but Laura plans to keep smoking. Cassand

Cigarette, gas tax hikes coming to Indiana today

Indiana’s cigarette tax increases today for the first time in nearly two decades, following a late April legislative scramble for additional revenue.

Hoosiers voice disapproval over increased cigarette tax in Indiana

Indiana cigarette tax increases to $3, sparking debate among Hoosiers who feel it targets the working class and discourages smoking.

Cigarette tax increases by 200%, into effect July 1

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