Proclamation; April 2025; National Poetry Month.

Resolution
ENROLLED HOUSE
RESOLUTION NO. 1013 By: West (Tammy)

A Resolution proclaiming April as National Poetry
Month; and encouraging the observation and
celebration of National Poetry Month.

WHEREAS, the Academy of American Poets established the month of
April as National Poetry Month in 1996; and

WHEREAS, National Poetry Month seeks to highlight the
extraordinary legacy and ongoing achievement of American poets,
introduce Americans to the pleasures and benefits of reading poetry,
bring poets and poetry to the public in immediate and innovative
ways, and make poetry an important part of our children's education;
and

WHEREAS, National Poetry Month, under the leadership and
direction of the Academy of American Poets, is now the largest
literary celebration in the world; and

WHEREAS, poetry enhances and enriches the lives of all
Americans; and

WHEREAS, poetry, as an essential part of the arts and
humanities, affects every aspect of life in America today, including
education, the economy, and community pride and development; and

WHEREAS, poetry has produced some of the nation's leading
creative artists and has inspired other artists in fields such as
music, theatre, film, dance, and the visual arts.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
OF THE 1ST SESSION OF THE 60TH OKLAHOMA LEGISLATURE:

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THAT April 1 through April 30, 2025, is hereby proclaimed to be
National Poetry Month in Oklahoma.

THAT public officials, educators, librarians, and all the people
of Oklahoma are encouraged to observe this month, to celebrate the
cultural riches our state has to offer and to recognize the
important role of poetry in creating and sustaining this great
nation with appropriate ceremonies, activities, and programs.

Adopted by the House of Representatives the 7th day of April,
2025.

Presiding Officer of the House of
Representatives

OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE
Received by the Office of the Secretary of State this __________
day of __________________, 20 _______, at _______ o'clock _______ M.
By: _________________________________