[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 9 (Thursday, January 16, 2025)]
[House]
[Page H203]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING MONTANA STATE UNIVERSITY BOBCAT RODEO TEAM

  (Mr. DOWNING asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. DOWNING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of the Montana State 
University Bobcat rodeo team as they prepare to participate in the 2025 
Presidential inaugural parade.
  The inclusion of a collegiate rodeo team in the inaugural parade is a 
historic first and a unique representation of our culture and the way 
of life as Montanans.
  I am thrilled that these talented ropers and riders will get the 
chance to experience all that our Nation's Capital has to offer during 
such an exciting time for our country.
  This effort would not have been possible without the collective 
support of the State, the MSU community, university leadership, namely 
Bobcat Rodeo Coaches Kyle Whitaker and Savanna Bolich, and MSU 
President Waded Cruzado.
  I highlight the advocacy of my colleague, First District Congressman 
Ryan Zinke, whose support helped get this initiative across the finish 
line.
  Heather and I cannot wait to join our fellow Montanans cheering the 
team on as they take to Pennsylvania Avenue on Monday and make their 
way toward the White House.
  Go Cats. I know they will make Montana proud.

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