If you’re a creator, freelancer, or influencer—you’re probably losing up to 1/3 of your income to outdated tax laws.

And here’s the kicker:
You’re taxed like a business, but you don’t get the benefits.

We’re forced to pay:

• A 15.3% self-employment tax, even on modest earnings
• No access to the 20% Qualified Business Income (QBI) deduction that many businesses get

That means creators pay more tax than some billion-dollar corporations.

It’s not just unfair—it’s broken.

 

🎯 What We’re Fighting For:

We demand two key changes to make tax laws fair for creators:

1. End the 15.3% self-employment tax for freelancers and creators earning under $500K/year
2. Extend the 20% QBI deduction to include creators, influencers, and solopreneurs

These two changes alone would give back 1/3 of our income—money we could use to invest in our work, support our families, and grow our businesses.

 

💬 Why It Matters:

The Creator Economy contributes over $250 billion annually to the U.S. economy.
We educate, entertain, and empower millions every day.

But the tax code hasn’t caught up.It was written for factories and corporations—not for TikTokers, YouTubers, writers, designers, and digital entrepreneurs.

We’re not asking for special treatment.
We’re asking for fair treatment.

 

🛠️ Real Stories. Real Impact.

“I had to turn down a brand deal just to cover my quarterly taxes.”

— Amanda, lifestyle creator

“I’m barely getting by because Uncle Sam takes more than a third of my earnings.”

— Rafi, freelance editor

 

“My accountant told me I don’t get the 20% QBI deduction because I’m a creator. But real estate developers can write off their income as pass-through profits. Why are we left out?”

— Jen, influencer & course creator

 

✊ Join the Movement

We’re creators. We’re freelancers. We’re building the future of work. 
And we deserve a tax system that works for us—not against us.

Sign this petition to tell Congress:

Give Back Our 1/3.

Then, share your story using #GiveBackOur1Third and tag @HeyAprilAI to join the fight.

Let’s make history—and rewrite the tax code for the next generation of creators.

 

👥 Powered By:

This petition is led by HeyApril—the first tax platform built for creators.
We’re using tech + advocacy to give creators the clarity, tools, and freedom to take control of their finances—and their futures.

 

📌 SIGN NOW.

It’s time to stop punishing creators for being self-made. 
Let’s turn this petition into policy.