[Congressional Bills 109th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 776 Introduced in House (IH)]







109th CONGRESS
  2d Session
H. RES. 776

Supporting the observance of a ``National Day of the American Cowboy''.


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                             April 25, 2006

 Mr. Hefley submitted the following resolution; which was referred to 
                   the Committee on Government Reform

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                               RESOLUTION


 
Supporting the observance of a ``National Day of the American Cowboy''.

Whereas pioneering men and women, recognized as cowboys, helped establish the 
        American West;
Whereas that cowboy spirit continues to infuse this country with its solid 
        character, sound family values, and good common sense;
Whereas the cowboy embodies honesty, integrity, courage, compassion, respect, a 
        strong work ethic, and patriotism;
Whereas the cowboy loves, lives off of, and depends on the land and its 
        creatures, and is an excellent steward, protecting and enhancing the 
        environment;
Whereas the cowboy continues to play a significant role in the culture and 
        economy of the United States;
Whereas approximately 800,000 ranchers are conducting business in all 50 States 
        and are contributing to the economic well being of nearly every county 
        in the Nation;
Whereas rodeo is the sixth most-watched sport in the United States;
Whereas membership in rodeo and other organizations encompassing the livelihood 
        of a cowboy transcends race and sex and spans every generation;
Whereas the cowboy is an American icon;
Whereas to recognize the American cowboy is to acknowledge the ongoing 
        commitment of the United States to an esteemed and enduring code of 
        conduct;
Whereas the ongoing contributions made by cowboys to their communities should be 
        recognized and encouraged; and
Whereas the fourth Saturday in July has been proposed as an annual celebration 
        of the American cowboy: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) supports the observance of a ``National Day of the 
        American Cowboy''; and
            (2) encourages the people of the United States to celebrate 
        the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
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