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OK HCR1016

OK HCR1016
50th Anniversary of the Fall of Saigon; resolution; recognizing contributions of Vietnamese Americans.


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Introduced
04/28/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
04/28/2025
Passed
04/29/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/29/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

A Concurrent Resolution honoring the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon and end of the Vietnam War; recognizing the subsequent growth of the Vietnamese American community, culture, and economic impact in Oklahoma; and celebrating those who fought for the freedom of Vietnam and Vietnamese American citizens.

AI Summary

This concurrent resolution commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Fall of Saigon, which occurred on April 30, 1975, marking the end of the Vietnam War and a critical moment in world history that led to the mass displacement of millions of Vietnamese refugees. The resolution recognizes the significant contributions of Vietnamese Americans in Oklahoma, particularly highlighting their resilience, entrepreneurship, and community involvement in areas like the Asian District of Oklahoma City. It celebrates the ways Vietnamese Americans have enriched the state's cultural, economic, and social landscape over the past five decades through their work as entrepreneurs, educators, medical professionals, public servants, and community advocates. The resolution also acknowledges the importance of cultural celebrations like Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year) and the preservation of Vietnamese heritage, which have strengthened Oklahoma's multicultural identity. Furthermore, it recognizes the South Republic Heritage flag (yellow with three red stripes) as an official symbol honoring those who fought for Vietnam's freedom. The document ultimately extends sincere gratitude to the Vietnamese American community, inviting all Oklahomans to reflect on the tragic costs of war, the power of perseverance, and the enduring values of freedom and democracy.

Sponsors (101)

Andy Fugate (D)* Mark Mann (D)* Stacy Jo Adams (R),  Arturo Alonso-Sandoval (D),  Nick Archer (R),  Chris Banning (R),  Steve Bashore (R),  Forrest Bennett (D),  Jason Blair (R),  Meloyde Blancett (D),  Brad Boles (R),  Ty Burns (R),  Chad Caldwell (R),  Trey Caldwell (R),  Josh Cantrell (R),  Mark Chapman (R),  Rusty Cornwell (R),  Denise Crosswhite Hader (R),  Bob Culver (R),  Jared Deck (D),  Eddy Dempsey (R),  Mike Dobrinski (R),  Mickey Dollens (D),  Collin Duel (R),  Ryan Eaves (R),  Scott Fetgatter (R),  Ross Ford (R),  Tom Gann (R),  John George (R),  Emily Gise (R),  Jim Grego (R),  Rob Hall (R),  David Hardin (R),  Erick Harris (R),  Toni Hasenbeck (R),  Neil Hays (R),  Ellyn Hefner (D),  Kyle Hilbert (R),  Derrick Hildebrant (R),  Brian Hill (R),  Justin Humphrey (R),  Molly Jenkins (R),  Ronny Johns (R),  John Kane (R),  Chris Kannady (R),  Mike Kelley (R),  Gerrid Kendrix (R),  Dell Kerbs (R),  Julia Kirt (D),  Mark Lawson (R),  Mike Lay (R),  Mark Lepak (R),  Dick Lowe (R),  Jason Lowe (D),  Ken Luttrell (R),  Robert Manger (R),  T.J. Marti (R),  Stan May (R),  Cody Maynard (R),  Michelle McCane (D),  Annie Menz (D),  Nicole Miller (R),  Anthony Moore (R),  Cyndi Munson (D),  Carl Newton (R),  Jim Olsen (R),  Mike Osburn (R),  Daniel Pae (R),  Kenton Patzkowsky (R),  John Pfeiffer (R),  Ajay Pittman (D),  Ellen Pogemiller (D),  Melissa Provenzano (D),  Trish Ranson (D),  Eric Roberts (R),  Cindy Roe (R),  Jacob Rosecrants (D),  Suzanne Schreiber (D),  Jim Shaw (R),  David Smith (R),  Chris Sneed (R),  Clay Staires (R),  Marilyn Stark (R),  Jay Steagall (R),  Danny Sterling (R),  Ronald Stewart (D),  Preston Stinson (R),  Judd Strom (R),  Mark Tedford (R),  Tammy Townley (R),  Tim Turner (R),  John Waldron (D),  Josh West (R),  Kevin West (R),  Rick West (R),  Tammy West (R),  Jonathan Wilk (R),  Danny Williams (R),  Max Wolfley (R),  Gabe Woolley (R),  Rande Worthen (R), 

Last Action

Filed with Secretary of State (on 04/29/2025)

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