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House adopts resolution declaring April school library month
Summary
The Oklahoma House adopted House Resolution 1019 recognizing April as School Library Month and honored librarians in the gallery. Representative J. D. McCain introduced the measure and it was adopted by unanimous consent.
The Oklahoma House of Representatives on April 8 adopted House Resolution 1019, designating April as School Library Month.
Representative J. D. McCain, who presented the resolution, said librarians “are vital to a strong education,” noting they are required to hold a master’s degree and a special certification and that they “support literacy” and student exploration. McCain requested unanimous consent to adopt the resolution; the clerk recorded “Without objection, that'll be the order.”
The chamber recognized librarians from Tulsa and other districts who were seated in the South Gallery as McCain described their role supporting students, staff and families. McCain asked members to acknowledge the librarians’ work and invited colleagues to stop by later events honoring teachers and librarians.
The resolution is ceremonial and does not create or change law. The text presented on the floor emphasizes the professional qualifications and extended-year duties of school librarians and calls attention to their role in literacy and student support.
Votes at a glance HR 1019 — House Resolution recognizing April as School Library Month: adopted by unanimous consent on the House floor; no roll-call vote recorded.
Ending Representative McCain closed by urging colleagues to meet the librarians after the session; the House moved on to other orders of business.
