OKC Standard

U.S. Senators Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), James Lankford (R-OK), and the entire Senate supported the passage of a resolution today to honor the life, legacy, and memory of Oklahoma Senator Jim Inhofe, following his passing on July 9. The Senators were joined by their colleagues to pay tribute to Inhofe, Oklahoma’s longest-serving U.S. Senator, highlighting his extensive career in public service.

Senator Inhofe's contributions included advocacy for Oklahomans, support for military and veterans' affairs, protection of national infrastructure, recognition of African nations and their strategic defense relationships with the United States, and efforts to bolster aviation.

“Senator Jim Inhofe was a mountain of a man and someone we could all learn from,” said Mullin. “His legacy will be long-lasting in Oklahoma and in the halls of Congress. May we always strive to serve our state with the tenacity and values of God and Country that Senator Inhofe held so dear. It’s an honor to join my colleagues in officially recognizing Senator Inhofe’s life of service and his contributions to our great state.”

“Senator Inhofe was a remarkable father, husband, brother, friend, mentor, and an accomplished United States Senator with an exemplary record of service to the state of Oklahoma,” said Lankford. “Our resolution cements his legacy into the written history of the Senate to ensure future generations know his many contributions to our state and nation, particularly for our military and veterans. Cindy and I join Senator Inhofe’s family, friends, former staff, and the entire Senate to officially recognize the many debts our state and nation owe to the service of James Mountain Inhofe.”