Voters Speak Out On Prop B Tobacco Tax

ST. LOUIS, MO. (KTVI) – Voters will cast their ballots for or against Proposition B on Nov. 6.  The measure would result in a tax increase on many tobacco products in Missouri.

Some products would have a $0.90 tax.

Much of the revenue would be used for education.

We spoke with smokers and non-smokers about the issue.

“I already pay three bucks for smokes and anymore would be tough,”
Bryan Mixon said.

“I do not smoke so I don’t care if they charge ten dollars,” Rodney Standard said.

The state auditor’s office said the measure would create at least $283 million annually.