Nevada Congressman introduces bill to eliminate taxes on tips, subminimum wage
Critics of the idea point out that many tipped employees don't make enough to pay income taxes, so eliminating taxes on tips wouldn't affect them.
Bernard (Bernie) John Carrigan was born in Cheyenne Wells January 15, 1943, to Joe and Helen Carrigan.
Bernie was raised on a ranch northwest of Wild Horse. He was the second of ten siblings. He attended a one room school in Aroya, completing the 8th grade. He then attended Kit Carson High School, graduating in 1961.