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AR HB1553

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

3/29/2019

Primary Sponsor

Clint Penzo

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Origin

House of Representatives

92nd General Assembly (2019 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Establishes the fourth Saturday in July as "National Day of the Cowboy" in Arkansas to commemorate America's cowboy heritage
  • Recognizes the historical and cultural significance of cowboys and cowgirls, including their role in ranching, agriculture, rodeos, and American values of integrity and strong work ethic
  • Highlights Arkansas as the birthplace of cowboy cultural icons: Charles Portis (author of "True Grit"), Bronco Billy Anderson (first cowboy movie superstar in 300+ films), and Gail Davis (actress who played "Annie Oakley" on 1950s television)
  • Designates National Day of the Cowboy as a memorial day to be commemorated through a gubernatorial proclamation, not as a legal holiday
  • Amends Arkansas Code Title 1, Chapter 5, Subchapter 1 by adding section 1-5-117

Legislative Description

To Create The National Day Of The Cowboy In Arkansas.

Last Action

Notification that HB1553 is now Act 601

3/29/2019

Committee Referrals

State Agencies & Governmental Affairs3/14/2019
Aging, Children and Youth, Legislative and Military Affairs2/25/2019

Full Bill Text

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