WA lawmaker proposes tax on dating apps to fund domestic violence survivor programs
- Two Democratic lawmakers in Washington proposed a tax on dating apps, requiring $1 per user monthly, to support domestic violence programs.
- The tax aims to generate around $6 million annually from approximately 500,000 users in Washington, according to Rep. Lauren Davis.
- Funding from the tax will replace lost funds for victim advocacy services after HB 1169 passed, which removed the Crime Victim Penalty.
- Rep. Lauren Davis stated the tax aims to fulfill the state's promise to crime victims after previous funding cuts.
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Online dating tax bill would fund efforts to fight domestic violence in WA
(The Center Square) – A bill to impose an excise tax on owners of online dating applications was introduced in the Washington State Legislature on Tuesday.
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