Bill > H3099

This bill modifies existing South Carolina laws regarding tattoo facilities by making several key changes: First, it removes restrictions on tattoo facilities, allowing them to potentially engage in other retail businesses beyond just tattooing. Second, it eliminates the prohibition on tattoos on a person's head, face, or neck, which was previously considered unlawful. Third, and most significantly, the bill introduces a new provision that allows tattoo facilities to be licensed near churches, schools, or playgrounds if those institutions provide an affirmative statement that they do not object to the license. The new licensing process requires the tattoo facility applicant to obtain written approval from the decision-making bodies of each nearby church, school, or playground within the restricted parameters. If a school, church, or playground later wishes to withdraw its approval, it can do so during a license renewal period by notifying the Department of Public Health and Environmental Control. The existing penalties for violating tattoo facility regulations remain unchanged, with potential fines up to $2,500 or imprisonment up to one year, or both. The bill will take effect upon the Governor's approval, potentially providing more flexibility for tattoo businesses in South Carolina to operate near sensitive locations.

Health and Social Services

https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=3099&session=126&summary=B