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SJR 78

Memorials, Recognition - Greene County Fair, 2024 Champion of Champions Fair -

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Steve Southerland

Tennessee legislature formally honors Greene County Fair as 2024 Champion of Champions Fair through ceremonial memorial resolution.

Signed by Governor.
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Bill Summary · SJR 78

Legislative bill overview

SJR 78 is a memorial resolution passed by the Tennessee legislature that officially recognizes and honors the Greene County Fair as the 2024 Champion of Champions Fair. The bill provides formal state recognition for the fair's achievements and accomplishments during that year.

Why is this important

Memorial resolutions serve an important civic function by formally acknowledging local achievements and fostering community pride. Recognition of county fairs highlights their role in agricultural education, community engagement, and economic development at the local level.

Potential points of contention

  • Limited substantive impact: As a memorial resolution, this bill creates no new law, funding, or mandates—it is purely ceremonial recognition with no real-world policy consequences
  • Selective recognition: Questions may arise about criteria for which fairs receive state recognition and whether other deserving fairs were overlooked
  • Legislative time allocation: Some may question whether formal legislative time should be devoted to ceremonial recognitions versus substantive policy matters

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

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