[Congressional Bills 110th Congress] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office] [H. Con. Res. 254 Introduced in House (IH)] 110th CONGRESS 1st Session H. CON. RES. 254 Recognizing and celebrating the centennial of Oklahoma statehood. _______________________________________________________________________ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES November 13, 2007 Ms. Fallin (for herself, Mr. Cole of Oklahoma, Mr. Boren, Mr. Lucas, and Mr. Sullivan) submitted the following concurrent resolution; which was referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform _______________________________________________________________________ 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. <all>