Impact of Tip Credit Elimination

Tip Credit Elimination Doesn't Work

In 2022, Washington, D.C. passed Initiative 82, which will eliminate the tip credit in the city, making it the first jurisdiction to do so in over 20 years.

The initiative began phasing out tipping in May 2023, and the results have already been bad for employees, customers, and restaurant operators. This real-life example of tip credit elimination should serve as a cautionary tale to other jurisdictions around the country.

The impact of Initiative 82 on D.C. to date:

As you can see, tipping serves up opportunity for all and keeps the local dining scene vibrant. Support local dining establishments, restaurant jobs, and consumer choice by protecting the tip credit and preserving the tipped income system.