House Bill 567 amends Tennessee Code Annotated to officially designate certain foods as state symbols. Specifically, it replaces the existing section 4-1-345 with a new list of official state foods, which now includes hot slaw, Memphis barbecue, and Nashville hot chicken. Additionally, the bill deletes section 4-1-349 in its entirety, indicating a removal of previous legal language related to state foods.

The bill emphasizes the cultural significance of these foods to Tennessee and aims to promote them as part of the state's identity. The act will take effect immediately upon becoming law, reflecting the urgency of recognizing these culinary traditions. The headings included in the act are for reference only and are not considered part of the enacted law, although the Tennessee Code Commission is requested to include them in future compilations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 4-1-345, 4-1-349