The bill H. 3099 proposes amendments to the South Carolina Code of Laws concerning the operation of tattoo facilities. It seeks to eliminate certain restrictions on tattoo facilities, allowing them to engage in additional retail activities beyond just tattooing. Specifically, it removes the prohibition against tattooing parts of the head, face, or neck, and modifies the penalties for violations of the tattooing regulations. Additionally, the bill mandates that all licensing fees and penalties collected be directed to the Department of Public Health and Environmental Control for enforcement purposes.

Furthermore, the bill amends the licensing requirements for tattoo facilities in relation to their proximity to churches, schools, or playgrounds. It allows for the issuance of a license if the respective church, school, or playground provides explicit approval, thereby removing the previous blanket prohibition. Applicants must obtain written statements from the decision-making bodies of these institutions, and they must secure consent from all relevant entities if multiple ones are located nearby. The bill also grants the department the authority to create regulations to facilitate these changes.

Statutes affected:
12/05/2024: 44-34-20, 44-34-100, 44-34-110
Latest Version: 44-34-20, 44-34-100, 44-34-110
12/06/2024: 44-34-20, 44-34-100, 44-34-110