A resolution designating July 27, 2019, as "National Day of the American Cowboy".

III 116TH CONGRESS 1ST SESSION S. RES. 265 Designating July 27, 2019, as ‘‘National Day of the American Cowboy’’. IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES JUNE 26, 2019 Mr. ENZI (for himself, Ms. CORTEZ MASTO, Mr. RISCH, Mr. THUNE, Mr. TESTER, Mr. MERKLEY, Mr. BARRASSO, Mr. CRAPO, Mr. HOEVEN, Mr. ROUNDS, Mr. BENNET, Mr. UDALL, Mr. INHOFE, and Mr. CORNYN) sub- mitted the following resolution; which was referred to the Committee on the Judiciary JULY 23, 2019 Committee discharged; considered and agreed to RESOLUTION Designating July 27, 2019, as ‘‘National Day of the American Cowboy’’. Whereas pioneering men and women, recognized as ‘‘cow- boys’’, 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; VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:24 Jul 24, 2019 Jkt 089200 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 6652 Sfmt 6300 E:\BILLS\SR265.ATS SR265 kjohnson on DSK79L0C42 with BILLS 2 SRES 265 ATS Whereas the cowboy, who lives off the land and works to pro- tect and enhance the environment, is an excellent steward of the land and its creatures; Whereas cowboy traditions have been a part of American cul- ture for generations; Whereas the cowboy continues to be an important part of the economy through the work of many thousands of ranch- ers across the United States who contribute to the eco- nomic 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 or- ganizations 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 imagina- tion; 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 (1) designates July 27, 2019, as ‘‘National Day 2 of the American Cowboy’’; and 3 VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:24 Jul 24, 2019 Jkt 089200 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 6652 Sfmt 6201 E:\BILLS\SR265.ATS SR265 kjohnson on DSK79L0C42 with BILLS 3 SRES 265 ATS (2) encourages the people of the United States 1 to observe the day with appropriate ceremonies and 2 activities. 3 Æ VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:24 Jul 24, 2019 Jkt 089200 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 6652 Sfmt 6301 E:\BILLS\SR265.ATS SR265 kjohnson on DSK79L0C42 with BILLS