[Congressional Bills 110th Congress]
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[H. Con. Res. 254 Referred in Senate (RFS)]
1st Session
H. CON. RES. 254
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IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES
December 18, 2007
Received
December 19, 2007
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary
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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION
Recognizing and celebrating the centennial of Oklahoma statehood.
Whereas on November 16, 1907, Oklahoma officially became the 46th State of the
Union;
Whereas prior to becoming a State, Oklahoma was designated as Indian Territory,
providing a vibrant history and culture that continues to enrich the
lives of its citizens;
Whereas the State of Oklahoma was shaped by those adventurous and daring
individuals who embraced the spirit of this great Nation as they opened
the frontier of the American West;
Whereas generations of proud people from all backgrounds have called Oklahoma
their home and have contributed to its spirited history;
Whereas these hearty and resilient people have defined what has come to be known
as the spirit of Oklahoma through their strength, character, and
persistent strides toward a bright future;
Whereas the continued strength, initiative, and pursuit of excellence displayed
by the citizens of the State of Oklahoma have produced its vibrant
economy and secured it as a place of opportunity and progress now and
for future generations;
Whereas the solid foundation of family and community embraced by the citizens of
Oklahoma has been a constant guide and source of strength to those
citizens throughout its history and will remain so long into its future;
Whereas the natural beauty and abundant resources of the State of Oklahoma
support a quality of life for its citizens that is unsurpassed; and
Whereas on November 16, 2007, the State of Oklahoma will begin a new century of
statehood: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring),
That the Congress recognizes and celebrates the centennial of Oklahoma
statehood and wishes its people another hundred years of continued
growth, prosperity, and achievement.
Passed the House of Representatives December 17, 2007.
Attest:
LORRAINE C. MILLER,
Clerk.