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ENGROSSED HOUSE
CONCURRENT
RESOLUTION NO. 1013 By: Olsen, Banning, Boles,
Adams, Townley, West
(Kevin), Kendrix, and
Hasenbeck of the House
and
Jett of the Senate
A Concurrent Resolution proclaiming Christ is King;
recognizing the spiritual heritage of Oklahoma; and
directing distribution.
WHEREAS, the State of Oklahoma has a rich history rooted in
faith, resilience, and a commitment to values that uplift its
people; and
WHEREAS, the acknowledgment of spiritual heritage has long been
a cornerstone of the cultural identity of Oklahomans, reflecting the
beliefs and convictions of many of its citizens; and
WHEREAS, the phrase "Christ the King" represents a declaration
of faith for millions of Oklahomans and Christians worldwide,
symbolizing the sovereignty of Jesus Christ as a source of ho pe,
unity, and moral guidance; and
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WHEREAS, the Oklahoma State Legislature seeks to affirm the
freedom of its citizens to express their deeply held beliefs,
including freedom of speech without fear of punis hment or
retribution, recognizing the importance of religious liberty as
enshrined in both the United States Constitution and the Oklahoma
Constitution; and
WHEREAS, this proclamation serves as an expression of gratitude
for the blessings bestowed upon the State of Oklahoma and as a
recognition of the end uring influence of Christian faith in the
lives of its people.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
OF THE 1ST SESSION OF THE 60TH OKLAHOMA LEGISLATURE, THE SENATE
CONCURRING THEREIN:
THAT the Oklahoma State Legislature hereby proclaims "Christ is
King", recognizing the spiritual significance of this declaration to
many of its citizens and honoring the role of faith in the history
and culture of Oklahoma.
THAT the Oklahoma State Leg islature expresses that this
resolution is not int ended to establish any religion or infringe
upon the rights of any individual, but rather to celebrate the
voluntary expression of belief that has shaped communities across
the state.
THAT copies of this re solution be distributed to the Governor of
Oklahoma and the President Pro Tempore of the Oklahoma State Senate,
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and be made available to the public as a testament to this
proclamation.
Adopted by the House of Representatives the 17th day of April,
2025.
Presiding Officer of the House
of Representatives
Adopted by the Senate the ____ day of __________, 2025.
Presiding Officer of the Senate