Bill Text: GA SR33 | 2011-2012 | Regular Session | Enrolled

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Bill Title: Absher, Wilburn Anderson; recognize

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)

Status: (Passed) 2011-01-25 - Senate Read and Adopted [SR33 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2011-SR33-Enrolled.html

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11 LC 94 3708

Senate Resolution 33

By: Senator Rogers of the 21st

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and commending Wilburn Anderson Absher; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Wilburn Anderson Absher 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 Will 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 465 and has demonstrated great leadership skills and initiative during his years with the Boy Scouts of America program, earning 35 merit badges and serving in a variety of leadership roles; and

WHEREAS, an outstanding Georgian, Will 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, to earn the rank of Eagle Scout, Will constructed four picnic areas for Crabapple Falls Subdivision; and

WHEREAS, this Sequoyah High School senior earned a Meritorious Action Award in 2010 for saving two people's lives in freezing water; 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 Wilburn Anderson Absher 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 Wilburn Anderson Absher.