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SRES 762118th CongressFailed / ExpiredSenate

A resolution designating July 27, 2024, as "National Day of the American Cowboy".

Policy Area: Arts, Culture, Religion
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Origin Chamber
Senate
Last Updated
Aug 1, 2025
Latest Action Date
Jul 10, 2024

Latest Action

Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S4337; text: CR S4347)

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Executive Summary

Senate Resolution 762 designates July 27, 2024, as the "National Day of the American Cowboy." The resolution was introduced and agreed to in the Senate by unanimous consent without amendment or debate. It falls under the policy area of Arts, Culture, and Religion. The resolution is a symbolic recognition rather than a legislative mandate and does not include appropriations or regulatory provisions.

Bottom Line

S.Res. 762 officially recognizes a day to honor the American cowboy, reflecting cultural heritage, but it does not create binding legal obligations or require government action beyond the designation.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The resolution designates July 27, 2024, as the National Day of the American Cowboy.
  • It was agreed to in the Senate without amendment and by unanimous consent.
  • The resolution is symbolic and does not include funding or regulatory measures.
Who Benefits?

['American cowboys and ranching communities', 'Cultural and heritage organizations focused on Western American traditions', 'General public interested in American cultural recognition']

Potential Concerns

['No direct implementation or funding requirements, so no fiscal impact concerns.', 'As a symbolic resolution, it lacks enforcement mechanisms or oversight provisions.', 'Potential for limited public awareness or impact beyond ceremonial recognition.']

Political Context

The resolution was introduced in the Senate during the 118th Congress and passed without opposition, indicating broad bipartisan support for recognizing cultural heritage. It aligns with other similar resolutions that designate days to honor specific groups or traditions without legislative mandates.

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Indirect Effects

['May increase public awareness and appreciation of cowboy culture and Western heritage.', 'Could encourage related cultural events or educational activities on or around the designated day.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The resolution is a nonbinding symbolic measure with no appropriations or regulatory authority, limiting oversight needs. Transparency considerations focus on ensuring clear communication about the resolution's ceremonial nature to avoid misunderstandings about legal or fiscal obligations.

Passage Likelihood: LowConfidence: 95%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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