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TN SB1568
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/7/2026
Primary Sponsor
Kerry Roberts
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AI Summary
- Designates August 8 of each year as "Clog Dancing Day in the Volunteer State" in Tennessee
- August 8 was chosen to honor William "Bill" Nichols, known as the "grandfather of modern clog dancing," on the anniversary of his passing
- Recognizes clog dancing as an American folk-art form with European, African, and Native American cultural roots, particularly significant in the Appalachian region
- Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 15, Chapter 2, relative to Clog Dancing Day.
Holidays and Days of Special Observance
Last Action
Placed on Senate State and Local Government Committee calendar for 3/17/2026
3/11/2026
Committee Referrals
State and Local Government1/14/2026
Full Bill Text
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