Oklahoma Code § 74-2202

§ 74-2202.

Purpose of Commission and Department.

Oklahoma Statutes - Title 74. State Government

A.

It shall be the purpose of the Commission and the Department

to:

1. Conserve and protect the parkland under the control of the

Commission;

2. Oversee the operation and maintenance of the state’s lodges

and golf courses;

3. Promote tourism by publicity and dissemination of

information;

4. Assist in promotion of events sponsored by municipalities,

associations, and organizations commemorating special events of

local or historical interest;

5. Educate the public on the people, places, events, culture,

and history of Oklahoma; and

6. Function in an advisory capacity to the Governor, State

Legislature, state agencies, municipalities, and to private

organizations on matters pertaining to tourism and recreation.

B. The Commission shall determine or set policy for the

Department and shall determine the broad plans and programs

necessary to accomplish the duties and responsibilities in the

Commission.

Added by Laws 2005, c. 363, § 3, eff. Nov. 1, 2005.