SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 326
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to pay
tribute to the Texas cowboy and cowboys across the nation by
recognizing July 23, 2011, and July 28, 2012, as National Day of
the Cowboy; and
WHEREAS, Pioneering men and women known as cowboys helped
to establish America's frontiers; the archetype of the cowboy
transcends gender, generations, ethnicity, geographic boundaries,
and political affiliation; and
WHEREAS, The cowboy embodies honesty, integrity, courage,
compassion, and determination, and the cowboy spirit exemplifies
patriotism and strength of character; and
WHEREAS, Cowboy traditions have been part of the American
landscape and culture since 1523, and the cowboy has been a
central figure in literature, art, film, poetry and music; and
WHEREAS, The cowboy is an excellent steward of the land; he
understands the importance of protecting and improving the
environment; and
WHEREAS, Cowboys continue to play an important role in the
economy through their work on more than 650,000 ranches across
the nation and in rodeos, which attract more than 30 million fans
worldwide each year; and
WHEREAS, The cowboy is a true American icon, and it is
fitting that a day be set aside to honor his significance in the
development of this state and nation; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 82nd
Legislature, hereby join citizens across the state and nation in
recognizing July 23, 2011, and July 28, 2012, as National Day of
the Cowboy; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared to
commemorate the National Day of the Cowboy.
Wentworth, Nelson
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on March 7, 2011.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate
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Member, Texas Senate