Ohio Economic Experts Panel
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March 3, 2025: Cannabis, Gambling, and Tobacco taxes
Last month, Governor DeWine introduced his FY 2026 - 2027 executive budget. Included in this budget was a recommendation to significantly increase taxes on cannabis, tobacco products, and sports gambling.
Question A: Increasing taxes on cannabis, gambling, and tobacco will reduce negative externalities stemming from their respective markets.
Question B: Increasing taxes on cannabis, gambling, and tobacco will disproportionately harm low-income households.
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Ohio Economic Experts Panel
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