I don’t know why not. In 09 the tax on loose cigarette tobacco rose by 2300%.
As far as I’m concerned we should pass all the taxes imposed directly on to a consumer paid sales tax at the point of retail sale. After all, the consumer is already paying all the taxes imposed on the manufacturers anyway. Might as well let the consumer see the taxes they’re paying all the way down the line.
You're correct - and don't forget, that is to fund health insurance for kids.
Since the ruling says the eds can impose a ta for not doing something, non-smokers, especially those who hailed that increased tax, should be required to pay a tax for NOT smoking. After all, it is for the children!