Okla. Stat. tit. 62, § 4001

The uses and purposes of the Oklahoma Centennial Botanical Garden Authority are hereby declared in furtherance of a public function and purpose and vital to the public welfare of the people of Oklahoma, and all actions heretofore taken by said Authority are hereby in all respects approved and ratified and the State of Oklahoma hereby approves and accepts beneficial interest in the Oklahoma Centennial Botanical Garden Authority.