Senate Joint Resolution No. 29

A Joint Resolution providing for an official day for each Indian tribe in Oklahoma;
allowing each tribe to select its own day;
and directing the Governor to declare such selections as the official days.

WHEREAS, the boundless heritage and activities of numerous Indian tribes of North America form the background of Oklahoma's unique history; and

WHEREAS, the culture of the "red man" has enriched this state with impressive and colorful festivities, distinctive collections and exhibitions in museums and adventure and romance of frontier life; and

WHEREAS, the great skills in the arts and crafts of the early Indians, as well as achievements in government, social sophistication, and the acknowledgment of the "Trail of Tears" episode, so descriptive of the hardships experienced by nearly every Indian tribe in one form or another, have escaped the modern presentation of Indian life and culture; and

WHEREAS, the heritage and the present day accomplishments of each Indian tribe in Oklahoma should not be forgotten by this citizenry but, in fact, highlighted from one generation to another; and

WHEREAS, each Indian tribe in Oklahoma should select its own official day to emphasize and otherwise highlight or celebrate its customs, culture and people as being unique among the Indian tribes of North America and contributing to the history of Oklahoma, "home of the red man."

Now, Therefore, be it resolved by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the 2nd Session of the 33rd Oklahoma Legislature:

SECTION 1. Official day for Indian tribes
The Governor of the State of Oklahoma shall declare an official day for each Indian tribe in the State of Oklahoma. The particular designated day for each Indian tribe shall be selected by the respective Indian tribes.

Approved April 7, 1972.

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