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SB 2312

Naming and Designating - As enacted, designates the annual winner of the Old Time Bluegrass and Fiddlers' Jamboree as the state champion fiddler in this state. - Amends TCA Title 3; Title 4 and Title 15.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Tennessee law designates the Old Time Bluegrass and Fiddlers' Jamboree winner as the official state champion fiddler, establishing a formal recognition for the competition's victor.

Pub. Ch. 729
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Bill Summary · SB 2312

Legislative bill overview

SB 2312 designates the annual winner of the Old Time Bluegrass and Fiddlers' Jamboree as Tennessee's official state champion fiddler. The bill amends state code in three titles to establish this recognition and presumably define the associated responsibilities or honors.

Why is this important

This bill creates an official state title and recognition program tied to a specific competition, giving the winning musician formal state designation. Such symbolic recognitions can promote cultural heritage, boost tourism around the jamboree event, and provide prestige for winners in the bluegrass music community.

Potential points of contention

  • Exclusivity concerns: Whether designating one competition's winner as the "state champion" fairly represents all skilled fiddlers in Tennessee or unfairly privileges one event
  • Administrative costs and scope: What resources, if any, the state must dedicate to supporting or promoting the champion title beyond the naming itself
  • Criteria and fairness: Whether the jamboree's judging standards and selection process meet state standards for determining a legitimate "champion" designation

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

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