National Day of the Cowboy Resolution 2009
H.L.C.: P.L.

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(Original Signature of Member)

111th Congress

2ND SESSION H. RES. 322

Expressing support for the designation of July 25, 2009 as

‘‘National Day of the Cowboy’’.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

Ms. GIFFORDS submitted the following resolution which will be referred to the Committee on

RESOLUTION


Whereas pioneering men and women known as cowboys helped establish the American West;
Whereas the cowboy embodies honesty, integrity, courage, compassion, respect, a strong work ethic, courage and patriotism;
Whereas the cowboy spirit exemplifies strength of character, sound family values and good common sense;
Whereas the cowboy archetype transends ethnicity, gender, geographic boundaries, and poitical affiliation;
Whereas the cowboy is an excellent steward of the land and
its creatures;
Whereas the cowboy lives off the land and works to protect
and enhance the environment;
Whereas cowboy traditions have been part of the American
culture for generations;
Whereas the cowboy continues to be an important part of the
economy, through the work of approximately 727,000
ranchers in all 50 States, and contributes to the wellbeing
of nearly every county in the Nation;
Whereas annual attendance at professional and working
ranch rodeo events exceeds 27,000,000 fans, and the
rodeo is the 7th most watched sport in the Nation;
Whereas membership and participation in rodeo and other organizations
that promote and encompass the livelihood of
the cowboy spans race, gender, and generations;
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

1. Resolved, That the House of Representatives—

(1) expresses support for the designation of a
‘‘National Day of the Cowboy’’; and

(2) encourages the people of the United States
to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.



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