Georgia-2011-HR1109-Introduced

Recognizing and commending James "Jamie" Autry Ulrich; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, James Autry Ulrich has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the most distinguished rank conferred by the Boy Scouts of America; and

WHEREAS, a candidate for the most exceptional award in scouting must complete a rigorous program of training and demonstrate his proficiency in selected scouting techniques and attainment of the highest ideals of scouting; and

WHEREAS, only one scout out of 97 ever reaches this lofty level of achievement, and Jamie has ably evidenced his aptitude and competency in mastering the various special skills taught through the Boy Scout program; and

WHEREAS, this hard-working young man who joined Cub Scouts at age six and by the age of 11 crossed over to Boy Scout Troop 735 in Dallas, Georgia, has demonstrated great leadership skills and initiative during his years with the Boy Scouts of America program; and

WHEREAS, while with Troop 735 Jamie earned 33 merit badges, attended summer camp every year, completed a five-day, 50 plus mile backpacking trip along the Appalachian Trail, and completed a five-day, 50 plus mile backpacking trip along the Etowah River; and

WHEREAS, he has learned many outdoor skills, including backpacking, hiking, camping, wilderness survival, first aid, shotgun and rifle shooting, and archery; and

WHEREAS, for his Eagle Scout project, Jamie built a corral for horses at a nonprofit facility in Dallas that provides therapy for disabled and handicapped children; and

WHEREAS, he graduated with honors from East Paulding High School, where he was a member of the marching band and the indoor drum line, and currently attends Kennesaw State University; and

WHEREAS, an outstanding Georgian, Jamie has truly exhibited a commitment to the scouting principles of honesty and fairness and has consistently conducted himself in a manner becoming an Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, the perseverance and determination displayed by this exceptional young leader is an example for all Georgians, and great success is surely in this young man's future.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend James Autry Ulrich for his diligence and dedication in pursuing the highest honor awarded by the Boy Scouts of America and congratulate him on attaining the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to James Autry Ulrich.