# Mexico's Lower House Plans 2027 Tax Hikes on Sugary and Alcoholic Drinks

Mexico's Chamber of Deputies plans to increase taxes on sugary and alcoholic beverages in the 2027 Economic Package.

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The Chamber of Deputies in Mexico plans to increase taxes on sugary and alcoholic beverages in the 2027 Economic Package. [^1]

The Chamber of Deputies in Mexico is preparing to review the 2027 Economic Package, which includes proposals to adjust the Special Production and Services Tax (IEPS). [^2]

Altamirano explained that the tax increases are intended to address public health issues, similar to the previous adjustments made on sugary drinks. [^3]

Carol Antonio Altamirano, president of the Commission of Finance and Public Credit, stated that proposals from various deputies already exist to raise these taxes. [^4]

When asked directly, Altamirano confirmed that alcoholic beverages will also be included in the tax modifications as part of a health policy. [^5]

Specific categories under review include sugary drinks, alcoholic beverages, and foods with high sodium content. [^6]

The Commission of Finance and Public Credit projects these modifications with a strict focus on public health rather than revenue generation. [^7]

The Income Tax (ISR) and Value Added Tax (IVA) will not be modified as part of this package. [^8]

## What this stands on

1. The Chamber of Deputies in Mexico plans to increase taxes on sugary and alcoholic beverages in the 2027 Economic Package. (El Universal, News)
2. The Chamber of Deputies in Mexico is preparing to review the 2027 Economic Package, which includes proposals to adjust the Special Production and Services Tax (IEPS). (El Imparcial, News)
3. Altamirano explained that the tax increases are intended to address public health issues, similar to the previous adjustments made on sugary drinks. (El Universal, News)
4. Carol Antonio Altamirano, president of the Commission of Finance and Public Credit, stated that proposals from various deputies already exist to raise these taxes. (El Universal, News)
5. When asked directly, Altamirano confirmed that alcoholic beverages will also be included in the tax modifications as part of a health policy. (El Universal, News)
6. Specific categories under review include sugary drinks, alcoholic beverages, and foods with high sodium content. (El Imparcial, News)
7. The Commission of Finance and Public Credit projects these modifications with a strict focus on public health rather than revenue generation. (El Imparcial, News)
8. The Income Tax (ISR) and Value Added Tax (IVA) will not be modified as part of this package. (El Imparcial, News)

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