"Toilet Paper Tax"

Florida Democratic Lawmaker wants to tax toilet paper.

Senator Al Lawson wants to introduce a 2 cent tax on the purchase of toilet paper to help fund a sewage treatment center. the tax is designed to help smaller, growing towns off set the cost of the expansion.

if passed, it is estimated that the tax could raise up to $50 million per year for the local areas. but, it would have to be approved by the Republican Legislature and would also need the approval of Governor Jeb Bush. otherwise, the bill is likely to hit the can.

sure it's only 2 cents, and it is something we all use and need. my question is, why is it when it comes time to pay for something new, Democrat's want to raise taxes, not cut spending?

even though i do not live in Florida, i hope the measure doesn't pass. what's next, a tax on grocery store bags? wait, that's already been brought up in others states as well. nevermind.