The U.S. soft drink industry got a split decision last week on two statewide ballot measures in Washington and Oregon seeking to block local governments from taxing sweetened beverages. In Washington, 55% of voters approved Measure 1634 to prohibit local excise taxes on groceries, including carbonated soft drinks. While the victory won’t reverse a 1.75-cent per ounce sugar-sweetened beverage tax already imposed this year in Seattle, it does block any increase.