Bill Text: NY J01323 | 2019-2020 | General Assembly | Introduced
Bill Title: Congratulating Tanay Rametra upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2019-04-30 - ADOPTED [J01323 Detail]
Download: New_York-2019-J01323-Introduced.html
Senate Resolution No. 1323 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN CONGRATULATING Tanay Rametra upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on May 11, 2019 WHEREAS, Tanay Rametra, through his diligence and rigorous efforts, has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious rank, Eagle Scout; the Eagle Court of Honor ceremony will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019, at Antun's by Minar, Hicksville, New York; and WHEREAS, This extraordinary young man made persistent and steady progress through the ranks to achieve this prestigious award and has demonstrated his determination to prepare himself for a meaningful, productive role in society; and WHEREAS, Tanay Rametra is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 360 of Huntington, New York; it is only with the continued diligence and devotion of our youth, tomorrow's leaders, that America will maintain her glory; and WHEREAS, Throughout his Scouting career, Tanay Rametra has been an example for those who follow him; since age 11, he has been the Den Chief for Pack 471's newest Scouts, guiding them toward their goal of becoming Boy Scouts; by the time he turned 13, he was nominated to be the Senior Patrol Leader of his troop, leading over 20 Scouts; and WHEREAS, As a Boy Scout, Tanay Rametra has earned many accolades such as the Order of the Arrow, where he was awarded the honor of brotherhood which recognizes Scouts who best exemplify the Scout Oath and Law in their daily life; and WHEREAS, In addition to the esteemed rank of Eagle Scout, Tanay Rametra earned two Eagle Palms which are awarded through additional requirements of leadership and merit badges; and WHEREAS, Currently a sophomore at John Glen High School, Tanay Rametra has achieved high honor roll status and holds a position as a junior board member at the Youth Board for the Town of Huntington; and WHEREAS, Tanay Rametra is also involved in many activities outside of Scouting; he is a member of the Junior Varsity Football Team, the Junior Varsity Lacrosse Team and The Varsity Wrestling Team; and WHEREAS, America has achieved her greatest heights of glory through the dedication, determination and tireless efforts of the outstanding citizens of this Nation; and WHEREAS, The Boy Scouts of America and its members are dedicated to the development of character and leadership in the youth of this Nation; and WHEREAS, The highest achievement of leadership in Scouting, earned by approximately five percent of all Boy Scouts, is the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout; and WHEREAS, Tanay Rametra has been involved in Scouting for many years, has lived up to Scouting's ideals and has attained all of the necessary achievements, including completion of a community service project, which was successfully planned, developed and executed; and WHEREAS, For his project, Tanay Rametra raised the necessary funds to construct and install an official size Gaga Pit with a wooden gate to benefit the youth of the Suffolk Y in Commack; and WHEREAS, Tanay Rametra's perseverance in rising through the ranks to Eagle Scout is a strong indication of his ability to master difficult tasks; his accomplishment will enable him to emerge as a leader, fully equipped to meet the challenges of today's complex society; and WHEREAS, This new Eagle Scout is a credit to his family, his school, his community, his State and his Nation, and no doubt his future will be filled with accomplishments of equal importance; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations, in recognition of the significance of this meritorious achievement, to congratulate and honor Tanay Rametra on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Tanay Rametra.