Should the tattoo industry be regulated? You tell me. Some residents and
even tattoo artists are saying the industry needs a stronghold of
regulations. In a large number of states in the United States to open a
tattoo parlor it's plain and simple: tattoo, artist and ink. However, some
states like Minnesota require licensing and other strict regulations
deployed by the state.

Star Tribune said, "The bill would mandate standard health-related practices
for artists and require training and inspections. If local regulations met
or exceeded the bill's requirements, providers would be exempt from the
license requirement but still subject to inspection. Supporters say the bill
would protect the health of patrons who visit these increasingly mainstream
businesses. Opponents call the changes burdensome, unnecessary and even
anti-competitive."

A large number of states have begun discussing more regulations and
sanctions, because the industry has boomed in the last 5-years. Officials
want to make sure the right people are inking the right customers,
protection from fraud and health issues is vital. However, for people
remorseful of their decision, tattoo removal options are readily
available.

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