119-sres332

[Congressional Bills 119th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[S. Res. 332 Agreed to Senate

    (ATS) ]

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119th CONGRESS
 1st Session
S. RES. 332

 Designating July 26, 2025, as ``National Day of the American Cowboy''.

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 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

 July 22, 2025

 Mr. Barrasso (for himself, Mr. Hickenlooper, Ms. Lummis, Ms. Cortez 
 Masto, Mr. Risch, Mr. Cramer, Mr. Ricketts, Mr. Cruz, Mr. Cornyn, Mr. 
 Hoeven, and Mr. Crapo) submitted the following resolution; which was 
 considered and agreed to

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 RESOLUTION

 Designating July 26, 2025, as ``National Day of the American Cowboy''.

Whereas pioneering men and women, recognized as ``cowboys'', helped to 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, who lives off the land and works to protect and enhance the 
 environment, is an excellent steward of the land and its creatures;
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 United States who 
 contribute to the economic well-being of every State;
Whereas millions of fans watch professional and working ranch rodeo events 
 annually, making rodeo one of the most-watched sports in the United 
 States;
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 26, 2025, 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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