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HB 2566

Holidays and Days of Special Observance - As enacted, designates August 8 of each year as "Clog Dancing Day in the Volunteer State." - Amends TCA Title 15, Chapter 2.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Doc Kumar

Tennessee bill designates August 8 as annual "Clog Dancing Day" to recognize Appalachian cultural heritage through a symbolic state observance.

Comp. became Pub. Ch. 665
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Bill Summary · HB 2566

Legislative bill overview

HB 2566 designates August 8 annually as "Clog Dancing Day in the Volunteer State" in Tennessee. The bill amends Tennessee Code Annotated Title 15, Chapter 2, which governs state holidays and days of special observance.

Why is this important

Designating official days of observance can promote cultural heritage and community awareness. Clog dancing has historical roots in Appalachian culture, particularly relevant to Tennessee's regional identity, and such designations can support tourism and cultural education initiatives.

Potential points of contention

  • Resource allocation: Critics may question whether legislative time spent on cultural designations represents efficient use of legislative resources compared to other policy priorities
  • Selective recognition: The bill raises questions about why clog dancing receives state designation while other Tennessee cultural traditions, folk arts, or historical observances may not
  • Enforcement and utility: Unlike holidays that affect school or business closures, special observance designations have limited practical impact, making their value debatable

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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