HJR211 Alabama 2024 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Phillip RigsbyRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2024

Title

Cigar Box Guitar Day, recognized

Summary

HJR211 recognizes June 1, 2024 as Cigar Box Guitar Day in Huntsville, Alabama to honor the local tradition and community of cigar box guitar makers and performers.

What This Bill Does

Designates June 1, 2024 as Cigar Box Guitar Day in Huntsville, Alabama. Acknowledges the history and revival of cigar box guitars, the annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival, and the contributions of local craftsmen and the community. Provides ceremonial recognition from the Alabama Legislature to the city, its residents, and its craftsmen and craftswomen who keep this traditional American musical art alive.

Who It Affects

• Huntsville residents, including local cigar box guitar craftsmen and craftswomen, who are publicly recognized for maintaining this cultural tradition.
• The city of Huntsville and Alabama's cultural community, which may gain heightened awareness and celebration of the cigar box guitar tradition.

Key Provisions

• June 1, 2024 is recognized as Cigar Box Guitar Day in Huntsville, Alabama.
• The resolution acknowledges the historical roots and cultural significance of cigar box guitars and the ongoing Cigar Box Guitar Festival in Huntsville.
• The resolution is offered to the city, its residents, and its craftsmen and craftswomen who keep this traditional American musical art alive.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions