Bill Text: GA HR2218 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Introduced

Georgia House Resolution 2218 (Prior Session Legislation)

Introduced

Bill Title: Sewell, Robert Sheffield; commend

Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill

Status: (Passed) 2010-04-27 - House Read and Adopted [HR2218 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2009-HR2218-Introduced.html

10 LC 94 3390

House Resolution 2218

By: Representatives Dobbs of the 53rd and Lindsey of the 54th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Robert Sheffield Sewell; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Robert Sheffield Sewell 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 Robert 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 is a member of Troop 0304 and has demonstrated great leadership skills and initiative during his years with the Boy Scouts of America program; and

WHEREAS, to earn the rank of Eagle Scout, Robert conducted an awareness event at his school for The Darius Goes West foundation on the topic of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy; and

WHEREAS, an outstanding Georgian, Robert 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 Robert Sheffield Sewell 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 Robert Sheffield Sewell.