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HJR 1607

Memorials, Recognition - Freely Fest -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by John Clemmons

The resolution formally commends Freely Fest and the Freedom Forum for promoting First Amendment rights and contributing to Tennessee’s arts and culture scene.

Signed by Senate Speaker
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Bill Summary · HJR 1607

Summary of HJR 1607 (TN, 114th General Assembly)

Purpose

  • A House Joint Resolution honoring and commending Freely Fest, a new music festival held in Nashville, and its sponsor, the Freedom Forum.
  • The resolution recognizes the festival as a cultural event that promotes the arts and protections under the First Amendment.

Key Provisions

  • Declaration of commendation: The Tennessee General Assembly expresses appreciation for Freely Fest and the Freedom Forum’s work to foster First Amendment freedoms (religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition).
  • Event details acknowledged: Freely Fest took place at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville on April 8, 2026, and featured a lineup including The Killers, T-Pain, Dominic Fike, Janelle Monáe, Avery Anna, Morgxn, Marcella Simien, Kyshona, Bobby Cannavale, and Javier Muñoz, with Ariana DeBose as host.
  • Sponsorship and mission: Presented by the Freedom Forum, a nonprofit (501(c)(3)) organization dedicated to promoting First Amendment rights and freedoms for all.
  • Formal courtesy language: The resolution authorizes the preparation of an appropriate copy for presentation and includes a standard closing clause removing designation for House/Senate language on the final copy.

Affected Parties

  • Primary: Freely Fest organizers and the Freedom Forum (the resolution honors both organizations).
  • Secondary: The broader Tennessee arts and culture community, festival attendees, artists, and Nashville’s civic environment as a venue for First Amendment–focused cultural events.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and passage: The resolution was introduced and approved by the House, followed by Senate concurrence.
  • Key dates reflected in the bill’s action:
    • April 22, 2026: House actions (engrossed, adopted on consent calendar).
    • April 23, 2026: Senate actions (concurred, passed on consent calendar).
    • April 30 and May 4, 2026: Final enacting steps, including signatures by House Speaker and Senate leadership, and transmission to the Governor for action.
    • May 4, 2026: Governor transmitted for action.

Overall Impact

  • The bill does not create new laws or fiscal obligations; it is a ceremonial resolution recognizing and commending Freely Fest and the Freedom Forum for their contributions to Tennessee’s arts scene and First Amendment advocacy.
  • It serves as formal acknowledgment by the state legislature of the festival’s cultural significance and its alignment with constitutional freedoms.

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

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