Iowa’s service industry is powered by the hardworking folks who cut hair, serve meals, pour coffee, and keep Main Street moving.
Zoom out: More than 150,000 Iowans — and 17 million Americans — earn their living serving others, working in communities across the country. For them, tips aren’t a bonus — they’re a lifeline.
For John, a barbershop owner in West Des Moines, every tip matters. They help pay rent, cover expenses, and keep the lights on. But for too long, Washington has treated tips like extra income, taxing away dollars Iowans count on.
The Big Beautiful Bill changes that. It eliminates taxes on tips and delivers a $3,000 average tax break for Iowans. That’s real relief for Iowa workers and real investment in Main Street.
📺 Watch John share how No Tax on Tips impacts his barbershop ⬇️
I hear stories like John’s every day from hardworking Iowans counting on tips to make a living. They prove a simple truth: when Washington gets out of the way — and out of Iowa’s tip jar — workers thrive, businesses grow, and Main Street stays strong.
Bottom Line: For thousands across Iowa, the Big Beautiful Bill keeps tips where they belong. As John said: every dollar matters — for employees, for Main Street, and for our communities.