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OK SR6

Resolution

Official Source

Status

Passed

4/3/2017

Primary Sponsor

Jack Fry

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Origin

Senate

2017 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Commemorates the 75th anniversary of Tinker Air Force Base, designated as the Diamond Anniversary in 2017
  • Recognizes the base's history beginning with its announcement on April 8, 1941 as "Midwest Air Depot, Oklahoma City" and official activation on March 1, 1942
  • Notes that Tinker AFB is home to the 507th Air Reserve Wing, 552nd Air Control Wing (AWACS), and U.S. Navy Strategic Communications Wing One
  • Identifies Tinker AFB as Oklahoma's largest single-site employer with an annual economic impact of $3.7 billion, serving as the supply chain for 5,000 aircraft, 14,000 engines, and supporting 65 foreign militaries
  • Directs distribution of the resolution to Lieutenant General Lee K. Levy II

Legislative Description

A Resolution commemorating the 75th anniversary of Tinker Air Force Base; recognizing the history of the base and its influence on Oklahoma; and directing distribution.

Last Action

Enrolled, filed with Secretary of State

4/3/2017

Full Bill Text

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