Bill Text: GA SR487 | 2011-2012 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Sweat, Robert Aaron; Eagle Scout; recognize
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2011-03-28 - Senate Read and Adopted [SR487 Detail]
Download: Georgia-2011-SR487-Enrolled.html
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Senate
Resolution 487
By:
Senator Grant of the 25th
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RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending Robert Aaron Sweat; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
Robert Aaron Sweat 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
Robert 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 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, Robert built a structure that provided shelter
and shade to teachers at Blandy Hills Elementary School as they monitored
students' playground activities; and
WHEREAS,
a Brotherhood member of the Order of the Arrow, Robert has served as senior
patrol leader, patrol leader of his Cobra Patrol, and troop quartermaster;
and
WHEREAS,
an outstanding Georgian, Robert 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
Robert Aaron Sweat 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 Robert Aaron Sweat.
