Oklahoma House Speaker Charles McCall appointed Rep. Lonnie Sims of Tulsa to the Oklahoma Route 66 Centennial Commission this week.
Sims began his term on the commission Wednesday and is in his third term in the Oklahoma House of Representatives.
The commission is working to preserve the history of Route 66 in Oklahoma through commemorative, educational and community events.
"It's an honor to be appointed to serve on the Route 66 Centennial Commission," Sims said. "Route 66 has a long, storied history in our state and my district.”
“As we approach the centennial in 2026, it's vital we recognize the historical impact of this iconic road symbolizing freedom and the American dream to so many,” Sims continued. “I'm very excited to join this commission helping to celebrate, preserve and pass on the great promise of the Mother Road to future generations."