Reps. Jenkins, Barnett, Brown, Crawford, Denby, Durhal, Heise, Kowall, Poleski and Slavens offered the following resolution:
House Resolution No. 313.
A resolution to declare March 12, 2014, as Girl Scout Day in the state of Michigan.
Whereas, March 12, 2014, marks the 102nd 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 more than 100 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, 2014, 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.