"War on Terror" Vets May Have Special License Plates
Soon Oklahoma's heroes may be honored for their military actions and service in Iraq and Afghanistan with a special military license plate for their automobiles.
State Rep. Randy McDaniel and state Sen. Todd Lamb filed House Bill 2666, which would create a special car tag for veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom.
McDaniel served in the Oklahoma Army National Guard for 11 years, reaching the rank of Captain.
"We should support and encourage all the brave young men and women who make great sacrifices to serve our country overseas during the time of war. We want to give our Iraqi and Afghan War veterans the same opportunities to display their pride as veterans of other wars," said McDaniel, R-Edmond.
Lamb said Oklahomans should take every opportunity to honor the men and women who put their lives on the line in the war on terror. Lamb said his father, state Secretary of Veterans Affairs Norman Lamb, taught him the importance of service to country as well as the importance of honoring the veterans who answered that call.
"Oklahomans have always served valiantly in times of war, and that has certainly been the case during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom," said Lamb, R-Edmond, who was an agent with the U.S. Secret Service prior to being elected to the Senate. "Having tags that honor their service is not only a way for our state to pay tribute to these men and women, it's also a way to help show people in Oklahoma and throughout the nation how dedicated our citizens are to protecting the freedoms that define America."
Currently, there are already special military tags for veterans of previous wars but there are none for the veterans of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Enduring Freedom.
"The United States armed forces has a rich and proud history. All American soldiers that put themselves in harm's way deserve recognitions for their sacrifices and service," said McDaniel.
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