FICA Tax Tip Fairness
Beauty businesses have been subject to unfair disparities in the tax code for decades by not getting the same FICA Tax Tip Credit as restaurants.
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Advocacy Resources
Access additional advocacy resources including current state issues, IRS resources, Nail Manufacturers Council on Safety Publications, and more.
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Download Advocate Toolkit
These resources will guide you in communicating to legislators about bills that could deregulate the industry.
- Your Safety First: How the regulation of our industry protects the client
- Ladders of Engagement: Opportunities for advocacy in the pro beauty industry
- Deregulation 101: Learn the basics of deregulation legislation
- Communicating with Elected Officials: How to effectively advocate for your industry.
Other ways to get involved
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Texture Education Collective
The Texture Education Collective™ is working together to influence cosmetology curriculums to be inclusive of all hair textures and all hair types.
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Register to vote, check your registration, find your candidates, and more with the nba竞猜官网 Voter Registration Center. You have a voice – use it!
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nba竞猜官网 Issue Advocacy Fund
The nba竞猜官网 Issue Advocacy Fund (IAF) is supported by contributions from those who work within and are associated with the professional beauty industry.
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Our members power our Advocacy campaigns to help elevate and protect our professional industry from deregulation. Join today and support our Government Affairs team to help them continue their essential work.