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Florida GOP Candidate Proposes 50% Sin Tax on OnlyFans

1/16/2026

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James Fishback, a Republican candidate for Florida governor, proposes a 50% 'sin tax' on income earned by OnlyFans creators in Florida.
He would use the revenue to fund education, crisis pregnancy centers, and mental health initiatives.
Fishback says the tax would deter 'online degeneracy' and protect young women from exploitation.
The proposal has sparked constitutional viability debates, while Fishback faces the August 18 Republican primary and November 3 general election.

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James Fishback, a Republican candidate for Florida governor, proposes a 50% 'sin tax' on income earned by OnlyFans creators in Florida.
He would use the revenue to fund education, crisis pregnancy centers, and mental health initiatives.
Fishback says the tax would deter 'online degeneracy' and protect young women from exploitation.
The proposal has sparked constitutional viability debates, while Fishback faces the August 18 Republican primary and November 3 general election.