Resolution 1019 is a concurrent resolution from the Oklahoma Legislature that supports the official naming of a planned turnpike corridor as the "Toby Keith Expressway." This turnpike will extend from Interstate 44 East to Interstate 35 near Indian Hills Road and continue East and North to Interstate 40 at Interstate 335/Kickapoo Turnpike. The resolution highlights the importance of this route for transportation safety, regional connectivity, and intrastate commerce as part of the ACCESS Oklahoma Long-Range Plan.
The resolution also commemorates the life and legacy of Toby Keith, a renowned country music artist from Oklahoma who passed away on February 5, 2024. It acknowledges his significant contributions to music, his patriotic efforts in supporting U.S. Armed Forces, and his lasting impact on Oklahoma pride. The resolution calls for the distribution of copies to various officials and Keith's family, recognizing him as an Oklahoma legend and honoring his memory through the naming of the turnpike.