As a rule, state governments prefer to increase user charges, gasoline taxes, and so-called sin taxes on alcohol and tobacco and only reluctantly raise sales and income taxes.

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This statement is generally true. State governments often see user charges and sin taxes as more politically palatable alternatives to raising sales and income taxes, which can be more unpopular among voters.

As a Rule, State Governments Prefer to Increase User Charges