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California governor under fire over 'tampon tax'
Citing concerns about cost, Brown on Tuesday rejected a bill to repeal the so-called "tampon tax," drawing criticism from state lawmakers who had pushed for the measure.
Thu Sep 15 2016
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French lawmakers cut 'tampon tax' after protests
French lawmakers voted Friday to slash tax on tampons and sanitary towels in a move that had initially been opposed by the government, infuriating women's groups.
Fri Dec 11 2015