This act might also be proven as effective because it is very similar to the cigarette tax, which showed that “the trends in cigarette prices and overall U.S. cigarette consumption from 1970 to 2015 show that there is a strong correlation between increasing prices and decreasing consumption” (TobbacoFreeKids.org). This clearly indicates that the market is willing to let go of particular items if there is an increase in prices. Statistics showed that after the tax on cigarettes, “that a $1-per-pack increase, which is similar to what the President has proposed, would result by 2021 in 8 percent fewer smokers aged 18-24, compared to current law” (Marr). Even a product like cigarettes, which is highly addictive, people were able to say no when there was a shift in costs. The SWEET Act is feasible because it has an overwhelming support group behind it, these groups include “American Heart Association, American Public Health Association, California Center for Public Health Advocacy, California Pan-Ethnic Health Network, ChangeLab Solutions, Consumer …show more content…
These acclaimed flaws conclude, that the SWEET Act will not be effective amongst families with higher incomes, some claim that an increase in physical education is the solution, and lastly, many claim that the SWEET Act is unconstitutional. Many of the SWEET Act’s critics claim that this tax This illustration explains the effects of raising soda prices. The picture shows that there is a direct correlation between increasing price and decreasing number of obese Americans. Source: MONEY.CNN.COM will have little to no effect on many children, particularly children who come from a family of a higher income. Although this may be true for some families, the majority will not be willing to pay the extra tax. even if they can afford it. The tax will also serve as a constant reminder to customers as to why this may not be the best option for themselves or their