Another Illinois sugary drink tax proposal: "It's a big idea and it takes some time for people to wrap their arms around it."

Illinois Legislature Attempts Sugary Drink Tax Again

By SEAN CRAWFORD

Another attempt to tax sugary drinks is expected in the upcoming Illinois legislative session. Drinks like soda and even some juice have been linked to obesity, diabetes and other problems. 

Elissa Bassler, with the Illinois Public Health Institute, says a plan that came up in the past year would have imposed a penny per ounce tax on the drinks.  She says the new measure will be similar:

"It's a big idea and it takes some time for people to wrap their arms around it."