Bill Text: GA HR681 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Introduced

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Bill Title: Walton, Dennis, Jr.; commend

Sponsorship: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1)

Status: (Passed) 2009-03-20 - House Read and Adopted [HR681 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2009-HR681-Introduced.html

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09 LC 94 1134

House Resolution 681

By: Representative Levitas of the 82nd

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Dennis Walton, Jr.; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Dennis Walton, Jr., 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 Dennis has ably evidenced his aptitude and competency in mastering the various special skills taught through the Boy Scout program; and

WHEREAS, to obtain his rank as Eagle Scout, this dedicated young man collected hygiene and school supplies for the children of Sierra Leone, Africa; and

WHEREAS, throughout his years with the Boy Scouts of America, this dedicated member of Troop 15 in Atlanta, Georgia, has earned an impressive 21 merit badges and served in a variety of leadership roles; and

WHEREAS, as a sophomore at St. Pius X Catholic High School, Dennis is a member of the National Honor Society and plans to study marine biology in college; and

WHEREAS, this outstanding Georgian 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 sets 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 Dennis Walton, Jr., 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 Dennis Walton, Jr.