6533-S AMH SCHU PETE 085

SSB 6533 - H AMD 1139

By Representative Schual-Berke

FAILED 3/8/2006

   On page 2, after line 7, insert

   "(5) The department of health shall estimate the increase in health care costs due to the increase in carbonate beverage consumption resulting from the tax credit provided in this section. Health care costs to be estimated include costs incurred by individuals, health insurers, employers, and governments. The department shall report to the legislature by December 1, 2007."

EFFECT: Requires the Department of Health to estimate the increase health care cost due to the tax credit.