There is an effort underway right now to make rodeo the official state sport of Montana. A group of Montanans are supporting an effort to pass a ballot initiative during the 2024 elections that would do just that.
James Brown (R-Dillon) is definitely one of the good guys in Montana politics and policy. In addition to his political and legal work, he's spent several years working with the fine folks at the Montana Woolgrowers Association.