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Proposed Sun Tanning Tax
Proposed Sun Tanning Tax - Monday, January 11, 2010 at 10:19PM EST
Monday, Jan 11, 2010 @ 10:19pm EST
Some people don't think twice about heading to a tanning bed.
And now, a luxury that many will be have to second guess if a 10 percent tax takes effect in July.
"We went from no tax, to a 10 percent tax." said Geoff Pizzuto, owner of Hollywood Tan "There was always a state tax on product, but there was no tax on tanning because it was continued a service."
And if that hike is taxed to the tanning vendors
It will likely be passed onto the customer--by paying higher tanning fees.
The American Academy of Dermatology reportedly suggested the 10 percent hike in services instead of a lesser tax for the cosmetic industry as part of the original legislation.
Its all in an effort to steer people away from the dangers of fake baking.
Health and safety provisions are also a part of the senate bill . Among the requirements are training of employees at tanning facilities, mandatory injury reports, and state inspections. | |
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