Bill Text: MI HR0224 | 2009-2010 | 95th Legislature | Introduced

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Bill Title: A resolution to declare March 12, 2010, as Girl Scout Day in the state of Michigan.

Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill

Status: (Passed) 2010-03-10 - Adopted [HR0224 Detail]

Download: Michigan-2009-HR0224-Introduced.html

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            Reps. Slavens, Ball, Byrnes, Crawford, Cushingberry, Ebli, Griffin, Hansen, Robert Jones, Kowall, LeBlanc, Liss, Lori, Lund, Marleau, Mayes, Miller, Pearce, Schuitmaker, Segal, Sheltrown, Smith, Spade, Tyler and Valentine offered the following resolution:

            House Resolution No. 224.  

            A resolution to declare March 12, 2010, as Girl Scout Day in the state of Michigan.

            Whereas, March 12, 2010, marks the 98th anniversary of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America, founded by Juliette Gordon Low in Savannah, Georgia, in 1912; and

            Whereas, The purpose of Girl Scouting is to inspire girls with the highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism, and service so that they may become happy and resourceful citizens; and

            Whereas, Throughout the organization's distinguished history, Girl Scouting has instilled millions of girls and women with the courage, confidence, and character to make the world a better place; and

            Whereas, Through participation in a Girl Scout troop, girls develop the skills that will serve them throughout their lives so that they may contribute to their communities; and

            Whereas, Girl Scouting takes an active role in increasing girls' awareness of the opportunities in math, science, sports, technology, and many other fields of interest that can expand their horizons; and

            Whereas, For 98 years, Girl Scouting has served as a voice for girls in Michigan while providing the opportunity to become better friends, stronger women, and empowered leaders; now, therefore, be it

            Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare March 12, 2010, as Girl Scout Day in the state of Michigan; and be it further

            Resolved, That the members of this legislative body commend and congratulate all the girls and women in Michigan who participate in Girl Scouting.