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Senate
Resolution 1157
By:
Senator Albers of the 56th
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending DaShan Simpson; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
DaShan Simpson is the first African American young man from his troop to have
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
DaShan 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 87, established 60 years ago,
and has demonstrated great leadership skills and initiative during his years
with the Boy Scouts of America program; and
WHEREAS,
his Eagle project consisted of an ornamental garden at the Pleasant Hill Baptist
Church, which included plants, a Japanese maple tree, and two benches;
and
WHEREAS,
an outstanding Georgian, DaShan 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
DaShan Simpson 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 DaShan Simpson.