Expresses support for the designation of July 25, 2009, as National Day of the Cowboy.
[Congressional Bills 111th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 322 Introduced in House (IH)]
111th CONGRESS
1st Session
H. RES. 322
Expressing support for the designation of July 25, 2009 as ``National
Day of the Cowboy''.
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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
April 2, 2009
Ms. Giffords (for herself, Mr. Cuellar, Mr. Mitchell, Mrs. Kirkpatrick
of Arizona, and Mr. Poe of Texas) submitted the following resolution;
which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform
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RESOLUTION
Expressing support for the designation of July 25, 2009 as ``National
Day of the Cowboy''.
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, 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 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 well-being 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
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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Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
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