Assemblymember Felix Ortiz’s proposed sugar tax hits a sour note with residents
Assemblymember Felix Ortiz is poised to introduce a bill that is hitting a sour note with Sunset Park residents.
The legislation would put a surcharge of one penny per ounce on sugary drinks, except those that contain fewer than 25 calories. Ortiz said the funds raised by the fee will go to support childhood nutrition programs, physical education and health awareness in schools.
But residents are saying otherwise.