What
In the past, certain legislators have proposed an advertising tax that would hurt consumers, small businesses and local media.
Why
Legislators will always flock to new revenue. They believe by taxing advertising they can fund other government programs.
Who
An ad tax would hurt local small and medium-sized businesses, local TV and radio stations, newspapers and consumers.
The Ad Tax is a Bad Tax
When it comes to revenue, politicians are always searching for greener pastures, but imposing a tax on advertising is the wrong choice. It hurts small businesses, local media and consumers.
Advertising is essential to any business and helps them connect with consumers and drive the economy.
An ad tax would make every advertisement a small business purchases more expensive. If ads become more expensive, business owners may cut back on them or be forced to pass cost increases on to consumers. Advertising is necessary to build a brand, reach new customers and share information. Without it, growth stalls and revenues drop.
Altogether, an ad tax spells bad news for businesses and economic recovery.
Take Action
Thank members of the D.C. Council for rejecting an ad tax.
Have You HERD the Good News?
The latest effort by legislators to impose an ad tax fell flat.
The Council of the District of Columbia rightly rejected an advertising tax that would kill jobs and hurt small businesses and local media in the District! Thank you for standing strong against an ad tax!