Texas is poised to be the next state to eliminate the sales tax on tampons, pads and liners. It’s currently the most populous state taxing these products.
The USDA says kids’ health is at stake with the proposed nutrition standards. But some manufacturers say making food with less salt and sugar will cost more, while nutrition directors are worried students won’t eat the meals.
Social media platforms that bring people together IRL can help. Those that privilege one-way communication from influencers to followers may make matters worse.