[Congressional Bills 111th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 142 Introduced in Senate (IS)]

111th CONGRESS
  1st Session
S. RES. 142

 Designating July 25, 2009, as ``National Day of the American Cowboy''.


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                              May 12, 2009

   Mr. Enzi (for himself, Mr. Barrasso, Mrs. Murray, Mr. Baucus, Mr. 
 Coburn, Mr. Bingaman, Mr. Hatch, Mr. Johnson, and Mr. Reid) submitted 
 the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the 
                               Judiciary

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                               RESOLUTION


 
 Designating July 25, 2009, as ``National Day of the American Cowboy''.

Whereas pioneering men and women, recognized as ``cowboys'', helped establish 
        the American West;
Whereas the cowboy embodies honesty, integrity, courage, compassion, respect, a 
        strong work ethic, and patriotism;
Whereas the cowboy spirit exemplifies strength of character, sound family 
        values, and good common sense;
Whereas the cowboy archetype transcends ethnicity, gender, geographic 
        boundaries, and political affiliations;
Whereas the cowboy is an excellent steward of the land and its creatures, who 
        lives off the land and works to protect and enhance the environment;
Whereas cowboy traditions have been a part of American culture for generations;
Whereas the cowboy continues to be an important part of the economy through the 
        work of many thousands of ranchers across the Nation who contribute to 
        the economic well-being of every State;
Whereas millions of fans watch professional and working ranch rodeo events 
        annually, and rodeo is one of the most-watched sports in the Nation;
Whereas membership and participation in rodeo and other organizations that 
        promote and encompass the livelihood of cowboys span every generation 
        and transcend race and gender;
Whereas the cowboy is a central figure in literature, film, and music and 
        occupies a central place in the public imagination;
Whereas the cowboy is an American icon; and
Whereas the ongoing contributions made by cowboys and cowgirls to their 
        communities should be recognized and encouraged: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the Senate--
            (1) designates July 25, 2009, as ``National Day of the 
        American Cowboy''; and
            (2) encourages the people of the United States to observe 
        the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.
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