Bill Text: GA HR2148 | 2009-2010 | Regular Session | Introduced


Bill Title: Goldman, Matthew David; commend

Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill

Status: (Passed) 2010-04-21 - House Read and Adopted [HR2148 Detail]

Download: Georgia-2009-HR2148-Introduced.html
10 LC 94 3200
House Resolution 2148
By: Representatives Lindsey of the 54th and Dobbs of the 53rd

A RESOLUTION


Recognizing and commending Matthew David Goldman; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Matthew David Goldman 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 Matt 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 467 and has demonstrated great leadership skills and initiative during his years with the Boy Scouts of America program; and

WHEREAS, to earn the rank of Eagle Scout, Matt installed a retaining fence and constructed two picnic tables for The Galloway School soccer fields; and

WHEREAS, Matt is a championship rower for the Atlanta Junior Rowing Association and participated in record-breaking 54 mile and 100 mile treks in 2008 and 2009; and

WHEREAS, an outstanding Georgian, Matt 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 HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend Matthew David Goldman 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 Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Matthew David Goldman.
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