Req. No. 1969 Page 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 STATE OF OKLAHOMA 1st Session of the 60th Legislature (2025) SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION 2 By: Jett of the Senate and Olsen of the House AS INTRODUCED A Concurrent Resolution proclaiming Christ is King; recognizing the spiritual h eritage 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 b een a cornerstone of the cultural identity of Oklahomans, reflecting the beliefs and convicti ons of many of its citizens; and WHEREAS, the phrase “Christ is King” represents a declaration of faith for millions of Oklahomans and Christians worldwide, symbolizing the sovereignty of Jesus Christ as a source of hope, unity, and moral guidance; and Req. No. 1969 Page 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 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 punishment 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 upo n the State of Oklahoma and as a recognition of the enduring influence of Christian faith in the lives of its people. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE 1ST SESSION OF THE 60TH OKLAHOMA LEGISLATURE, THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 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 Stat e Legislature expresses that this resolution is not intended 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 resolution be distributed to the Governor of Oklahoma and the Speaker of the Oklahoma Hous e of Representatives, Req. No. 1969 Page 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 and be made available to the public as a testament to this proclamation. 60-1-1969 KC 3/26/2025 5:09:37 PM