Bill · S.Res. 813· Senate(119-SRES-813)

A resolution designating July 25, 2026, as "National Day of the American Cowboy".

Age: 74 years

Wyoming

Introduced: 7/23/2026
Last activity: 7/23/2026 — Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4274; text: CR S4269-4270)
Sponsored by: John Barrasso
Cosponsors: - 14 - 2

Arts, Culture, Religion

Introduced
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A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.

This bill has been officially recorded and is now part of the legislative history.

What this bill would do

This resolution designates July 25, 2026, as the "National Day of the American Cowboy." It recognizes the historical role of cowboys in establishing the American West. The text highlights the various values and cultural contributions associated with the cowboy archetype. It also notes the economic importance of ranchers and the popularity of rodeo events. Finally, the Senate encourages the public to observe this day through various activities.

Yes· 3 of 11

Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this?+1
The text notes that participation in cowboy traditions and rodeo spans every generation.
Would middle-income households be better off under this?+1
The bill recognizes the economic contributions of many thousands of ranchers across the United States.
Would business owners be better off under this?+1
The resolution highlights the economic role and livelihood of those working in the ranching industry.