Sen. Jacky Rosen’s new bill aims to remove taxes on tips, benefiting many workers in Nevada and beyond.
Las Vegas: So, Sen. Jacky Rosen just brought back a bill that’s all about getting rid of taxes on tips. This was a big promise from President Trump during his campaign, and now she’s teaming up with Sen. Ted Cruz to make it happen.
Rosen pointed out that Nevada has the highest number of tipped workers in the country. She really believes that these workers should keep more of their hard-earned cash. She shared her own experience as a waitress, where she once made just a dollar an hour before tips. Can you imagine?
The bill has some safeguards too. If you’re making over $150,000, you won’t benefit from this tax break. It’s aimed at helping those who really need it. While the bill doesn’t get rid of the subminimum wage, Rosen is all for that change as well.
In Nevada, tipped workers earn at least $12 an hour, which is pretty good compared to other states where they might only make $2.13. During his campaign, Trump promised to eliminate taxes on tips, and it looks like Nevada’s Democratic leaders are backing that idea.
Rep. Steven Horsford also had a similar bill last Congress and plans to bring it back. He thinks Rosen’s bill is a good step, even if his is a bit stronger. It’s all about making sure tipped workers aren’t unfairly taxed.
Rosen is optimistic about the bill’s chances, especially with support from both the president-elect and congressional Republicans. She’s ready to work with anyone to help families in Nevada.
The Culinary Local 226 union is on board too. Their Secretary-Treasurer, Ted Pappageorge, believes that getting rid of taxes on tips and the low federal wage would really help hospitality workers. He’s calling on House Republicans to join forces with Democrats to raise the subminimum wage and tackle rising prices.
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