The proposed bill, known as the Ink of Hope Act, aims to enhance the awareness and response of tattoo artists to human trafficking. It mandates the development of a training program by January 1, 2027, which can be conducted online or in-person. This training will educate tattoo artists on recognizing the signs of human trafficking, appropriate responses, referral resources for victims, and reporting procedures to antitrafficking organizations. The training will be made available to the public at no cost and in an accessible format.

Furthermore, starting July 1, 2027, the bill requires that all tattoo artists complete this training annually as a condition for obtaining or renewing their licenses. This initiative is designed to empower tattoo artists to play a proactive role in identifying and addressing human trafficking within their communities.