# Chicago Package Tax Proposal Faces Pushback

https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/10/22/mayors-proposed-package-tax-a-mixed-bag-shoppers-and-businesses-say/

Chicago proposes 15-cent package tax for deliveries. Critics say it's regressive and raises costs for consumers and businesses. Tax aims to address $882 million deficit and reduce packaging waste.

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Created: 2026-10-23T02:30:21.606177+00:00

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Original source: https://blockclubchicago.org/2026/10/22/mayors-proposed-package-tax-a-mixed-bag-shoppers-and-businesses-say/