Bill Text: GA SR1153 | 2011-2012 | Regular Session | Enrolled

Georgia Senate Resolution 1153 (Prior Session Legislation)

Enrolled

Bill Title: Orlando, Steven M.; recognize

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2012-03-13 - Senate Read and Adopted [SR1153 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2011-SR1153-Enrolled.html

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Senate Resolution 1153

By: Senator Rogers of the 21st

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Steven M. Orlando; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Steven M. Orlando 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 Steven 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 752 and has demonstrated great leadership skills and initiative during his years with the Boy Scouts of America program; and

WHEREAS, his Eagle Scout project consisted of collecting over 6,000 hygiene items for Atlanta veterans, then sorting the items and distributing over 570 care packages to the Atlanta VA Medical Center; and

WHEREAS, an outstanding Georgian, Steven 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 SENATE that the members of this body commend Steven M. Orlando 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 Secretary of the Senate is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Steven M. Orlando.