11.18.2014 Earlier this month, the residents of Berkeley, CA passed an unprecedented measure to tax distributors of sugar-sweetened beverages. Measure D, needing only a simple majority to pass, garnered 75% of votes, making Berkeley the first city in the nation to enact a tax related to sugary beverages.
Revenues generated from the tax will benefit the city’s general fund. Measure D requires that an appointed panel of unpaid experts (specializing in child nutrition, healthcare, and/or education) be formed to advise the City Council about spending the revenue on programs that support children’s health.
For more than two decades, CFPA has developed, incubated, and advance evidence-based policies to improve the health and well-being of low-income Californians by increasing their access to nutritious, affordable food. In the spirit of this mission, we value public policies that support health and healthy eating for all Californians. Measure D marks a historic improvement to our food systems. We applaud the residents of Berkeley for their commitment to the health of their children and their community.
For more information about the measure, please visit the Yes on Measure D website. link
