CHICAGO (COOK COUNTY)lobbying

Lobbying Activity: Teamsters Joint Council 25 Opposition to Sugar Tax

Original title: MICHAEL P CIACCIO for TEAMSTERS JOINT COUNCIL 25 @ MAYORS OFFICE (2015-07-01)

July 1, 2015

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The Frame

What this does

This document records the formal opposition of a labor organization to a proposed local tax on , which would have impacted the cost of goods for consumers and the operations of beverage distributors in Chicago.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Teamsters Joint Council 25

The organization actively sought to influence legislative outcomes regarding beverage taxation.

Chicago City Council

The body was the target of lobbying efforts regarding potential tax legislation.

What changed

Last recorded activity July 1, 2015.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Michael P. Ciaccio, representing Teamsters Joint Council 25, registered to lobby the Chicago City Council regarding a proposed tax on . The activity took place between July 1, 2015, and September 30, 2015.

Key Facts

Michael P. Ciaccio acted as the lobbyist for Teamsters Joint Council 25.
The lobbying effort was directed at the Chicago City Council and Aldermen.
The stated goal of the lobbying was to oppose an increase in the tax on sugar-sweetened beverages.
The lobbying period covered July 1, 2015, through September 30, 2015.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the purpose of this lobbying activity?

The lobbyist was hired to express opposition to a proposed tax increase on in Chicago.

Who was the client represented in this filing?

The client was Teamsters Joint Council 25.

Why It Matters

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