date:Jan 24, 2013
verage industry challenged the ban in a 61-page lawsuit that claims the New York City Board of Health usurped the role of the City Council and lacked authority to issue a rule to prohibit certain businesses from selling sugar-sweetened beverages that are larger than 16 ounces. City officials contend the health board has authority to pass the regulations.
Wednesday's hearing was an opportunity for both sides to present their case in person before Justice Milton A. Tingling Jr.
The plaintiffs ar