National Day of the American Cowboy
July 22, 2006

The second celebration of the National Day of the American Cowboy will honor the men and women who keep the character, spirit, and contributions of America's proud history alive today - our American Cowboys. The national day of recognition will be July 22, 2006.

The National Day of the American Cowboy will be celebrated across the country with public ceremonies and activities. It is a day of recognition commended through Congressional resolution, Presidential proclamation, and placed on the national calendar.

July 28, 2007 is scheduled to become the third annual National Day of the American Cowboy.

Read All About It Here:

109TH CONGRESS
S. RES. 371
2D SESSION

Designating July 22, 2006, as ``National Day of the American Cowboy''.

IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
FEBRUARY 14, 2006
Mr. THOMAS (for himself, Mr. BINGAMAN, Mr. DORGAN, Mr. BURNS, Mr. AL-
LARD, Mr. JOHNSON, Mr. REID, Mr. MARTINEZ, Mr. INHOFE, Mr.
SALAZAR, Mr. BAUCUS, Mr. CRAIG, Mr. ENZI, Mr. STEVENS, Mr. ALLEN,
and Mr. ENSIGN) submitted the following resolution; which was referred
to the Committee on the Judiciary

RESOLUTION
Designating July 22, 2006, as "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; 2

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; and

Whereas the ongoing contributions made by cowboys to their communities should be recognized and encouraged: Now, therefore, be it Resolved, That the Senate--

(1) designates July 22, 2006, 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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