SB1568

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 15, Chapter 2, relative to Clog Dancing Day.

Complete·4/23/26

Tennessee SB1568 establishes August 8 as "Clog Dancing Day" to celebrate Tennessee's cultural heritage.

Tennessee SB1568 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to designate August 8 as "Clog Dancing Day in the Volunteer State." This day recognizes the cultural, educational, and artistic contributions of clog dancing, a cherished Appalachian tradition. The bill highlights the significance of clog dancing in Tennessee's history, its role in community events, and its association with bluegrass, folk, and old-time music. The date, August 8, is chosen to honor William "Bill" Nichols, known as the "grandfather of modern clog dancing," on the anniversary of his passing.

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Roll Call Votes

29 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 17

8:45 AM

Senate Revenue Subcommittee Of Finance, Ways & Means Hearing

History

Apr 23

Pub. Ch. 665

Apr 23

Effective date(s) 04/07/2026

Apr 7

Senate

Signed by Governor.