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This bill officially designates Wolf Point, Montana as the site of the Montana Cowboy Hall of Fame and Western Heritage Center. The legislation amends an existing state law to explicitly name Wolf Point as the permanent location for this cultural institution. The bill highlights Wolf Point's rich rodeo and cowboy heritage, including its status as home to the oldest continually held rodeo in Montana, birthplace of Hollywood cowboy Montie Montana, and location with significant Indian and ranching history. The departments of Commerce and Transportation are now required to identify Wolf Point as the site of the Cowboy Hall of Fame on official state maps and update road signs accordingly when replacements are needed. The bill becomes effective immediately upon passage, and its provisions are supported by several "whereas" statements that detail the historical and cultural significance of Wolf Point in Montana's western heritage. The hall of fame will be housed in conjunction with a museum facility currently under development along U.S. Highway 2 in the city.

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https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC4322