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Committee advances bill to designate August 8 as Clog Dancing Day
Summary
The House Naming and Designating Committee voted unanimously to forward HB 2566, which would designate August 8 as Clog Dancing Day in Tennessee; members suggested amending the bill so the observance always falls on a weekend.
Chairman Kumar introduced HB 2566, saying he asked the committee to consider August 8 "to be designated as clog dancing day in the state of Tennessee," and described clogging as "a vibrant and enduring American folk art form" with roots in European, African and Native American traditions.
Representative Bricken asked whether the date should be tied to a weekend so the celebration would always fall on a Friday or Saturday; Kumar said he was open to an amendment at full committee. After brief questions, the clerk opened the vote and the committee recorded 8 ayes, 0 noes. The bill moves to the State and Local Government Committee with a positive recommendation.
The sponsor noted the cultural connections of clogging to bluegrass and performances at the Grand Ole Opry. Members recommended either an oral amendment or forwarding with a request that the full committee consider adjusting the date to a weekend to improve public participation.
