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House Republicans Push to Axe Indoor Tanning Tax

5/17/2025

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House Republicans are pushing to eliminate the federal excise tax on indoor tanning services, as part of their ambitious "One Big, Beautiful Bill." Supporters claim the tax unfairly burdens small businesses and stifles revenue growth. However, the bill's future hangs in the balance amid Republican infighting and doubts from the Senate.

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House Republicans are pushing to eliminate the federal excise tax on indoor tanning services, as part of their ambitious "One Big, Beautiful Bill." Supporters claim the tax unfairly burdens small businesses and stifles revenue growth. However, the bill's future hangs in the balance amid Republican infighting and doubts from the Senate.