Oklahoma Lt. Governor Todd Lamb joined with Google to announce the Oklahoma launch of Google for Veterans and Families. 

It's an online toolbox for veterans and returning soldiers.

The announcement coincides with the return of Oklahoma's 45th Infantry from Afghanistan. 

Googleforveterans.com is a website that was designed by Google employees who have served in the military and know first-hand the challenge of serving, coming home and transitioning into civilian life.

Google has established a veterans channel at www.youtube.com/veterans where individuals can share their thanks by video with veterans who have served—or are serving—our country both here at home and overseas.

The videos are organized by state, which lets Oklahomans communicate directly with Oklahoma vets, active-duty service men and women, and the soldiers of the 45th Infantry.  “I am proud to work with Google on this meaningful and thoughtful initiative to honor our service men and women, many of whom are far away from home,” Lamb said. “In Oklahoma, we hold the highest respect and appreciation for our soldiers and officers who serve in the military. Our fellow Oklahomans who have volunteered to serve our country deserve our thanks for protecting our country.”

Google opened a data center in Pryor, Oklahoma this past summer where several veterans are employed.