Last month, we looked at new legislation being considered in the state of Washington that would establish a “strippers’ bill of rights,” supposedly ensuring safer working conditions for exotic dancers. In some places, such a proposal might be seen as controversial, but this is Washington we’re talking about. They finished up the bill, passed it in the legislature, and on Monday, Governor Jay Inslee signed it into law. Most of the provisions that were debated during the development of the bill made it into the final version. There will also be a “pathway” for adult clubs to eventually be allowed to sell alcohol. There was surprisingly little resistance to the bill, and these “rights” (such as they are) will now become the new normal in Washington state. The impact on the adult entertainment industry remains unknown, however. (CBS News)
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