New Mexico SM 18: ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

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SENATE MEMORIAL 18
56TH LEGISLATURE - STATE OF NEW MEXICO - SECOND SESSION, 2024
INTRODUCED BY
Pete Campos
A MEMORIAL
ENCOURAGING ALL STATE DEPARTMENTS AND AGENCIES TO PARTICIPATE
IN THE PLANNING, ORGANIZATION AND CARRYING OUT OF ACTIVITIES
COMMEMORATING THE CENTENNIAL OF THE ESTABLISHMENT OF HISTORIC
ROUTE 66.
WHEREAS, route 66 was established in 1926 and served as a
vital transportation artery across the United States, fostering
economic growth and cross-cultural interactions important to
the creation of modern America; and
WHEREAS, the centennial anniversary of route 66 is
approaching, and celebrations and commemorations are being
scheduled all across America to acknowledge the importance of
this famous highway; and
WHEREAS, route 66 crossed five hundred thirty-five miles
of New Mexico, touching numerous communities and becoming a
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symbol of expansion and adventure in a critical time in the
state's and nation's history; and
WHEREAS, the New Mexico landscapes, landmarks and
historical sites along route 66 have become destinations for
travelers from all over the world, contributing to the state's
tourism industry; and
WHEREAS, the centennial anniversary of route 66 presents
an occasion to recognize and honor the contributions of New
Mexico's diverse communities and people along the historic
route; and
WHEREAS, congress has established the United States route
66 centennial commission; and
WHEREAS, the states of Arizona, California, Illinois,
Kansas, Missouri, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas have
established an interstate consortium to enable resource and
expertise sharing; and
WHEREAS, the governor, by executive order, has established
the route 66 coordination group to identify projects and
activities within the state that align with the strategy of
promoting the route 66 centennial;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE
OF NEW MEXICO that all state departments and agencies be
encouraged to collaborate in any way possible with planning,
organizing or supporting activities related to the route 66
centennial, with particular emphasis on the state's cultural
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heritage, historic attractions, artistic expressions and
culinary traditions, all in the name of promoting local
businesses and fostering economic prosperity; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this memorial be
transmitted to the governor for distribution to all executive
departments and agencies.
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