Congress is expected to pass a law that will provide federal tax relief to tattoo shows and related photo art.
Tattoos have become less affordable with the cost going up as much as 25% in the past year, according to a release from Alligator Alliance. The proposed tax rule allows show organizers and tattoo art collectors to deduct certain expenses.
Senator Van Trillin said there is widespread support for the bill. “Millions of Americans have tattoos and many millions want them,” he said. “They deserve help in these difficult economic times to realize the full potential of their skin.”
He will hold hearings about the problem. “The tattoo community is facing a crisis and there is risk of systemic collapse if nothing is done,” he said. “We can’t wait for the ink to dry on this legislation.”
