But new taxes proposed by Democrats appear to be dead, or at least on life support, and so too the chance for the state to tax the willing and able brothel industry.

Nevada is the only state with legal prostitution, but it has a somewhat awkward relationship with its industry.

For one thing, it’s illegal in Washoe and Clark counties, home to Reno and Las Vegas.

Second, lawmakers have been bashful about bringing “that money” into the mix to pay for things such as schools, universities and social services.

The reasons are understandable. Anytime prostitution is brought up, it attracts a media frenzy drowning out the serious work they’re doing. Also, some politicians have said, the brothel money would somehow stain the good, clean dollars used to pay for schools and safety net (from the wholesome casino and construction industries).

As people move in and the political environment shifts, the industry views itself as vulnerable. No less than Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid used his address to the Legislature this year to call for outlawing brothels.

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