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PRCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS SERIOUSLY CONSIDERING RELOCATING HEADQUARTERS, HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN COWBOY TO CHEYENNE, WYOMING

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amenities. The relocation represents a strategic move for the PRCA and underscores Wyoming’s deep-root ed connection to western heritage, rodeo and the cowboy way of life. The transition is anticipated to occur early in 2029. The proposed PRCA campus will be located near the highly visible inter section of Interstate 25 and Interstate 80, positioning it at one of the most traveled crossroads in the region. The approximately 35-acre site is envi sioned as the anchor of a new west ern-themed entertainment, cultural and shopping district, creating a year round destination for fans, families and visitors from around the world. PRCA leadership emphasized the long-term benefits of the move for the organization and its members. “This is a strategic decision that po sitions the PRCA for the future,” said Tom Glause, CEO of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. “Wyo-

ming lives and breathes rodeo, and Cheyenne offers authenticity, visibility and alignment with our sport’s values. The opportunity to build a pur pose-driven campus that celebrates rodeo’s history while supporting its growth is incredibly exciting.” Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon praised the decision and highlighted its significance for the state’s economy and cultural identity. “Rodeo has been a part of Wyoming since before we were a state. It is in our DNA. I grew up roping a dummy at every PRCA rodeo, first my dad and then myself, competed in,” Gov. Gor don said. “There is no better place on Earth than right here in the Cowboy State for the PRCA to be headquar tered. We have the legacy, respect the tradition, and will always honor the cowboy way and Code of the West. Powder River, Let’er Buck!” The relocation is contingent upon approval of project funding by the

CHEYENNE, Wyo./Colorado Springs, Colo. — The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) Board of Directors approved a non-binding memorandum of understanding to se riously consider relocating the organi zation’s headquarters, along with the PRCA Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy, to Wyoming. The move would bring professional rodeo’s premier organization to the Cowboy State, where rodeo is officially recognized as Wyoming’s professional sport, by vote of the Wyoming Legis lature. The process was thorough and included productive conversations from multiple locations and a propos al from Colorado Springs leadership. In addition to a friendly business climate and no state income tax, Cheyenne offered to build a Hall of Fame and an administrative building to host the PRCA national headquar ters with upgraded office space, first class conference rooms and other

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