2020 Meat Tax Initiative

The 2020 Meat Tax Initiative proposed adding a tax to meat products to reduce consumption for environmental and health reasons. The idea was to incentivize people to choose plant-based foods, which have a lower environmental impact and can improve public health. Supporters argued it could reduce greenhouse gas emissions and resource use, while opponents raised concerns about personal choice, economic impacts on meat producers, and affordability. The initiative aimed to promote sustainability and healthier diets but faced significant debate and opposition before being considered or implemented.