Red Cross Day in Oklahoma
The Legislature did something productive today. Here’s a press release from the speaker’s office:
Lawmakers approved a resolution today to designate March 3 as Red Cross Day and March as Red Cross Month.
House Resolution 1009, by state Rep. Joe Dorman, recognizes the Red Cross for its work in responding to an average of 200 disasters nationally each year and its history of service over the past century.
“I was honored to carry the resolution recognizing the Red Cross, the month of March being Red Cross Month in Oklahoma,” Dorman, D-Rush Springs, said. “People don’t realize how much this organization impacts our state. They hold bood drives providing the needed blood in case of tragedy or just if someone needs a transfusion. Last year, in my district, every single home lost power during the ice storm. The Red Cross was there providing supplies and assistance at the shelters. We were all very grateful for their service.”
American Red Cross of Central Oklahoma CEO Janienne Bella said the resolution provides her organization with an opportunity to increase public awareness of their volunteer opportunities.
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