This is the ninth in a 14-part series. The election will be held on Nov. 5. To find your voting site, log on to http://recorder.maricopa.gov/pollingplace/.
Proposition: To raise taxes on tobacco products to fund health care for the working poor, health care facilities and tobacco prevention programs. The proposed tax on cigarettes is $0.60.
Background of the issue: In 1994, voters passed an initiative that increased the state tax on cigarettes, cigars and other tobacco products. The additional money generated was put in a fund to be used for health care, education and prevention of tobacco use. If passed, this proposition would raise the tax that was instituted in 1994.
Who proposed it: 300-level propositions are proposed changes to state laws placed on the ballot by the legislature.
Arguments for: "…We know from experience that increasing the tobacco tax will result in a decrease in tobacco consumption. Higher prices on cigarettes mean fewer smokers and healthier lives."
—Pamela K. Meyerhoffer, chair of the Board of Directors for the American Cancer Society, Southwest Division
Arguments against: The Secretary of State did not receive any arguments "against" Proposition 303, however a raised tax means those who buy tobacco have to pay more. This could hurt retailers and low-income residents who wish to buy tobacco products.
Sources: 2002 Ballot Propositions & Judicial Performance Review; Arizona Secretary of State office.
Reach the reporter at megan.rudebeck@asu.edu.
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