H1586

Relative to selling tattooing, branding, body piercing kit or device to an unlicensed body art practitioner or minor

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H1586 imposes fines on selling tattooing, branding, or body piercing kits to unlicensed practitioners or minors.

Massachusetts H1586 amends the General Laws by adding a penalty for selling tattooing, branding, or body piercing kits or devices to unlicensed body art practitioners or minors. The bill imposes a fine of up to $500 for such sales, aiming to regulate the sale of these kits and devices to ensure safety and compliance with licensing requirements.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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1
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jul 29, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Jul 29, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Oct 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 07/29/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:10 PM in A-2

Oct 20, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order