The United States Senate has officially designated July 27, 2024, as the National Day of the American Cowboy. This declaration honors the hardworking men and women who have significantly contributed to the traditions of the American West.
Bipartisan Resolution
The resolution was introduced by U.S. Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis, both Republicans from Wyoming, and received unanimous support from the Senate. The National Day of the American Cowboy, which began in 2005 by the late U.S. Senator Craig Thomas, is celebrated each year in conjunction with Cheyenne Frontier Days.
Honoring Traditions and Values
The day recognizes the enduring culture, traditions, and values associated with the American cowboy. Senator Barrasso highlighted the importance of the Cowboy Code in Wyoming, emphasizing values such as honesty, hard work, and integrity. Senator Lummis also noted the cowboy’s role as a symbol of honesty, grit, and determination across the country.
Senators Supporting the Resolution
In addition to Senators Barrasso and Lummis, the resolution was co-sponsored by Senators John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Jim Risch (R-Idaho), Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.), Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), John Thune (R-S.D.), Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.), John Hoeven (R-N.D.), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Roger Marshall (R-Kan.), Mike Rounds (R-S.D.), and Ted Cruz (R-Texas).
For more information on the National Day of the American Cowboy and its celebrations, visit the official Senate website or contact your local representatives.
News Story: Senate Declares July 27 National Day of the American Cowboy
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States Senate has declared July 27, 2024, as the National Day of the American Cowboy. This resolution, introduced by Senators John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming, honors the contributions of cowboys to American culture and traditions. The resolution passed unanimously with bipartisan support.
The National Day of the American Cowboy, initiated in 2005, coincides with Cheyenne Frontier Days. It celebrates the values and traditions symbolized by the American cowboy, including honesty, hard work, and integrity.
For more details, visit the Senate’s official website.
