Senate Resolution 45 Summary

• Recognizes Tuesday, March 27, 2012, as the 12th Annual Cherokee Nation Legislative Day at the State Capitol.

• Commends the Cherokee Nation for its spirit of survival and perseverance in providing a legacy through its past and present leaders.

• Acknowledges the Cherokee Nation as the second largest federally recognized tribe in the nation and the largest in Oklahoma with over 180,000 citizens.

• Recognizes the Cherokee Nation's commitment to Oklahoma and its 160+ years of steadfast dedication and economic contributions to the state.

• Directs distribution of the resolution to Cherokee Principal Chief Bill John Baker.