rewrite this into a more interesting and more objective news story emphasizing the Rose Bowl and Pasadena at the start of the story: Rose Bowl Well-Represented as United States Congress Kicks Off Historic Stadium Caucus in Washington, D.C.
 
Led by Congressmembers Pocan and Graves, the bipartisan caucus will work to preserve and enhance iconic stadiums across the United States including the Rose Bowl Stadium, Camp Randall Stadium, Tiger Stadium, the Horseshoe, and many others.
 
“It is a special feeling to be able to play in one of these iconic stadiums… to be able to play in that stadium and now be a part of the Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation Advisory Board, we have a responsibility to explore legislation to make sure these stadiums are taken care of around the country.”
~ Warren Moon, Pro Football Hall of Fame and Rose Bowl Hall of Fame Member
 
Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation staff members participated in the kickoff reception for the Historic Stadium Caucus that took place on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. on August 20, 2023. Led by U.S. Representatives Garret Graves (R–Louisiana) and Mark Pocan (D–Wisconsin), the Historic Stadium Caucus event welcomed a full room of members of Congress and their staffs, key university leaders from around the country, and media.
 
The Historic Stadium Caucus, the first caucus to focus on the important characterization of historic college football stadiums, will continue to bring together a bipartisan group of Congressmembers to work on preserving the legacy and protecting the integrity of treasured venues across America. The Caucus will also focus on enhancing the venues’ capabilities, so they are able to continue to host world-class sporting events and concerts for generations to come.
 
The mission of the Caucus is to assist representatives of historic stadiums – and those who are passionate about safeguarding iconic venues – in ensuring the stadiums can stay up to date with the latest technological advancements and security measures, as well as environmental practices, all while preserving their rich historical legacy.
 
Hosted by legendary broadcaster Tim Brant, the event featured comments from Congressman Pocan, along with Pro Football Hall of Famer and Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation Advisory Board member, Warren Moon. Moon was joined in the room by fellow Advisory Board member and College Football Hall of Famer Cade McNown. Both Moon and McNown are members of the Rose Bowl® Hall of Fame, with Moon being named the Most Valuable Player of the 1978 game for the Washington Huskies. McNown played in the 1999 Rose Bowl Game® for the UCLA Bruins before moving on as a top ten first round pick in the NFL Draft. 
 
“The Rose Bowl Stadium is an institution and a tradition,” said legendary broadcaster Brant during the program. “It is a piece of Americana that influences our culture, influences the way we think, the way we celebrate – it’s iconic.”
 
The Rose Bowl Stadium was well-represented on Capitol Hill with the President of the Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation Dedan Brozino and Vice President, Advancement Brian Brantley. Brozino spoke during the program on behalf of America’s Stadium and the non-profit that exists to preserve, protect, and enhance the future of the Rose Bowl Stadium as a National Historic Landmark. 
 
“It is important to remember that these historic stadiums are not just grass, goalposts, and concrete,” said Brozino. “They are a point of pride for cities and states where generations have come together to cheer, celebrate, and create lasting memories along with being tremendous drivers of economic impact. We thank Congressmen Pocan and Graves for helping us to find ways to preserve the physical structures, but also strengthen the cultural heritage, sense of identity and sportsmanship initiatives that these stadiums represent. This effort will undoubtedly ensure that these hallowed grounds continue to serve as symbols of unity, passion, and community for the next generation.”
 
So far, nineteen of the most iconic college football venues are committed to participating in the Historic Stadium Caucus, including the Rose Bowl and the longest operating football stadium in the United States at the University of Pennsylvania. These venues include:
 
Beaver Stadium (Penn State University, State College, Pennsylvania)
Camp Randall Stadium (University of Wisconsin, Madison, Wisconsin)
Cotton Bowl (Dallas, Texas)
Davis Wade Stadium (Mississippi State University, Starkville, Mississippi)
Franklin Field (University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
Husky Stadium (University of Washington, Seattle, Washington)
Jordan-Hare Stadium (Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama)
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum (University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California)
Memorial Stadium (University of California, Berkeley, California)
Memorial Stadium (University of Illinois, Champaign, Illinois)
Memorial Stadium (Clemson University, Clemson, South Carolina)
Nippert Stadium (University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio)
Ohio Stadium (The Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio)
Rose Bowl Stadium (Pasadena, California)
SJSU Spartan Stadium (San Jose State University, San Jose, California)
Tiger Stadium (Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana)
Vaught–Hemingway Stadium at Hollingsworth Field (University of Mississippi, Oxford, Mississippi)
Wallace Wade Stadium (Duke University, Durham, North Carolina)
Yale Bowl (Yale University, New Haven, Connecticut).
 
The launch of the Historic Stadium Caucus marks a pivotal moment in the preservation and modernization of historic stadiums. The Caucus’ commitment to protecting some of America’s national historic landmarks will help focus attention on the infrastructure needs of historic college football stadiums throughout the country.
 
“Since I was ten years old, the Rose Bowl, the Los Angeles Coliseum and so many other stadiums have truly been pillars in what they represent to so many people around the country,” said Ronnie Lott, College and Pro Football Hall of Famer who won four Super Bowls in his career and former USC Trojan. “We must protect these historic buildings around the country as they mean so much to their communities and to those who use them daily. The infrastructure is truly important to keep these iconic places going for many more years to come.”
 
“Historic stadiums such as the Rose Bowl have been the backbone of American sports and entertainment for over a century, but their viability and continued operations are being pushed by evolving the evolving landscape and expectations of modern-day sports and entertainment,” said Jens Weiden, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of the Rose Bowl Stadium. “These iconic venues hold a special place in the heart of our communities and serve as valuable engines for economic impact and emergency preparedness. We thank Representatives Graves and Pocan for their leadership in the formation of the Historic Stadium Caucus and are grateful to the other members who have joined the Caucus. We believe the launch of the Caucus is an important step forward in protecting these iconic venues and will undoubtedly result in not only preservation but also improvements that will ensure future generations experience these iconic stadiums.”
 
For more information on America’s historic stadiums, please contact Rose Bowl Legacy Foundation President Dedan Brozino at <PRESIDIO_ANONYMIZED_EMAIL_ADDRESS> or (626) 577-2540.