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To: golfer72 who wrote (1549864)	7/29/2025 8:53:54 AM
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Let's make stripping and fornication Great Again in the Lone Star State. Here is a draft bill introducing legislation in the State of Texas to (1) exempt exotic dancers (strippers) from paying state income taxes on tips, and (2) exempt abortion-related medical services from state and local taxation. Please note that Texas does not have a state income tax, so the tip exemption would primarily address sales/use tax or local tax implications, or could provide an explicit exclusion in case of future state-level earnings taxation. Similarly, while abortion services are limited by law in Texas, this bill could propose a tax exemption framework should such services be re-legalized or to cover out-of-state expenditures if funded or reimbursed through Texas-based entities. Texas Freedom of Choice and Dignity in Work Act A BILL TO BE ENTITLED An Act relating to tax exemptions for (1) gratuities received by exotic dancers and (2) abortion-related medical services. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. This Act may be cited as the Freedom of Choice and Dignity in Work Act. SECTION 2. DEFINITIONS. For the purposes of this Act: "Exotic dancer" or "stripper" means any individual who performs dance or entertainment involving partial or full nudity in a venue licensed to serve alcohol or adult entertainment, whether as an employee or independent contractor. "Gratuity" or "tip" means any monetary amount voluntarily given by a patron directly to the performer for services rendered, excluding any house fees, stage fees, or employer-imposed charges. "Abortion services" means medical services or pharmaceutical treatments whose primary purpose is the termination of a pregnancy, whether performed within or outside the State of Texas. SECTION 3. TAX EXEMPTION ON GRATUITIES FOR EXOTIC DANCERS. (a) No gratuity received by an exotic dancer shall be subject to any state-level tax, fee, or assessment under Title 2, Tax Code, including franchise tax or any future earnings-based tax scheme. (b) Municipalities and counties shall not impose local occupational taxes or fees on gratuities received by exotic dancers. (c) This exemption does not apply to employer-paid wages or salaries unrelated to tips. SECTION 4. TAX EXEMPTION FOR ABORTION SERVICES. (a) Notwithstanding any provision of the Tax Code or other Texas statute, no state or local tax, including sales and use tax, shall be imposed on: Medical procedures, consultations, or treatments performed for the purpose of abortion. Prescription drugs, medical devices, or transportation services primarily related to the procurement of abortion services. Any insurance reimbursement or out-of-state travel assistance for abortion services funded through Texas-based organizations or private donors. (b) The Comptroller shall not require documentation of the purpose of such services if doing so would compromise patient confidentiality. (c) Any entity or individual paying for such services shall be entitled to claim an exemption or refund under this Act. SECTION 5. IMPLEMENTATION AND ENFORCEMENT. (a) The Comptroller of Public Accounts shall adopt rules necessary to implement this Act, including guidelines for claiming exemptions and verifying eligibility without violating personal privacy. (b) Law enforcement or revenue authorities shall not use this Act or its exemptions as grounds for investigation or prosecution of exotic dancers or individuals seeking or facilitating abortion care. SECTION 6. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Act is held to be unconstitutional or invalid, the remaining provisions shall not be affected and shall remain in full force and effect. SECTION 7. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.