Resolution; Route 66 Day; recognition; economic and cultural impact.

This legislative resolution designates April 21, 2026, as Route 66 Day to mark the centennial anniversary of the historic highway. It formally recognizes the contributions of key figures like Cyrus Avery and Andy Payne who helped establish and promote the route through Oklahoma. The bill highlights the state's significant economic benefits from Route 66, noting that the road supports over 46,000 jobs and generates billions in annual revenue. Additionally, it expresses gratitude to the Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial Commission and the Oklahoma Route 66 Commission for their preservation and development efforts. Copies of the resolution are to be sent to the chairs of both commissions to acknowledge their work.