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                                 THIRD READING


          Bill No:  SCR 48
          Author:   Fuller (R)
          Amended:  As introduced
          Vote:     21


           SUBJECT  :    The National Day of the Cowboy

           SOURCE  :     The National Day of the Cowboy Organization


           DIGEST  :    This resolution recognizes July 23, 2011, as the 
          National Day of the Cowboy, and encourages the people of 
          the State of California to observe the day with appropriate 
          ceremonies and activities.

           ANALYSIS  :    This resolution makes the following 
          legislative findings:

          1. Pioneering men and women, known as cowboys, helped 
             establish America's frontiers.

          2. The cowboy archetype transcends gender, generations 
             ethnicity, geographic boundaries, and political 
             affiliation.

          3. The cowboy embodies honesty, integrity, courage, 
             compassion, and determination.

          4. The cowboy spirit exemplifies patriotism and strength of 
             character.

          5. The cowboy is an excellent steward of the land and its 
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             creatures.

          6. The core values expressed within the Cowboy Code of 
             Conduct continue to inspire the pursuit of the highest 
             caliber of personal integrity.

          7. Cowboy traditions have been part of the American 
             landscape and culture since 1523 and today's cowboys and 
             cowgirls continue to strive to serve and to preserve and 
             perpetuate this unique element of America's heritage.

          8. The cowboy continues to be an important part of the 
             economy through the work of approximately 656,500 
             ranches in all 50 states.

          9. Membership and participation in the National Day of the 
             Cowboy Celebration, Single Action Shooting Society, 
             Working Ranch Cowboys Association, Cowboy Mounted 
             Shooting Association, American Quarter Horse 
             Association, Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, 
             Championship Bull Riding, Women's Professional Rodeo 
             Association, and other organizations that encompass the 
             livelihood of the cowboy continue to expand nationally 
             and internationally.

          10.The cowboy and his horse are a central figure in 
             literature, art, film, poetry, photography, and music.

          11.The cowboy is a true American icon occupying a central 
             place in the public's imagination. 

          This resolution recognizes July 23, 2011, as the National 
          Day of the Cowboy.

           FISCAL EFFECT :    Fiscal Com.:  No

           SUPPORT  :   (Verified  6/29/11)

          The National Day of the Cowboy Organization (source)


          PQ:do  6/30/11   Senate Floor Analyses 

                         SUPPORT/OPPOSITION:  SEE ABOVE







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