Pennsylvania appellate court decision holding that Philadelphia’s tax on sugar-sweetened beverages was not preempted by the Pennsylvania tax code or the Federal Food Stamp Act.
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Pennsylvania appellate court decision holding that Pittsburgh lacked the authority to enact a paid sick time ordinance because 2nd class cities—like Pittsburgh—are statutorily barred from enacting “business regulations.” The dissent argues that Pittsburgh’s paid sick time ordinance was a valid use of its police powers to enact ordinances to protect health and safety. This case is currently being appealed.
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