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J1383Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Eagle Scout Achievement

Official title

“Congratulating Aaron Aguiar upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout”

Sponsor Elaine PhillipsSD-7
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Aaron Aguiar on earning the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout and honors his achievements.

Why it matters

  1. Recognizing youth leadership and community service. The resolution highlights the importance of youth involvement in civic activities, showcasing how Aaron Aguiar’s achievements—especially his community service project—serve as a model for leadership and commitment to public good.

  2. Affirming the value of Scouting. By emphasizing the rarity and prestige of the Eagle Scout rank (earned by only four percent of Boy Scouts), the resolution underlines the positive role that organizations like the Boy Scouts of America play in developing character and leadership skills among young people.

  3. Inspiring future contributions. The language points to Aaron’s accomplishment as an indication of his potential for future success and service, encouraging not only him but other young people to pursue similar paths of personal growth and civic engagement.

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Honor Eagle Scout Achievement

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Elaine Phillips

Senator · Senate District 7

Chair, EthicsChair, Ethics And Internal GovernanceChair, Ethics And Internal Governance CommitteeChair, Infrastructure And Capital Investment

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History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1383 BY: Senator PHILLIPS CONGRATULATING Aaron Aguiar upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on May 21, 2017 WHEREAS, Aaron Aguiar, through his diligence and… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 1383 BY: Senator PHILLIPS CONGRATULATING Aaron Aguiar upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on May 21, 2017 WHEREAS, Aaron Aguiar, 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 Sunday, May 21, 2017, at the American Legion Post 144, Williston Park, New York; and WHEREAS, Aaron Aguiar is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 201 of Albertson/Herricks, New York; 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, It is only with the continued diligence and devotion of our youth, tomorrow's leaders, that America will maintain her glory; 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 only four percent of all Boy Scouts, is the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout; and WHEREAS, This outstanding young man 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, Aaron Aguiar'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 Aaron Aguiar on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Aaron Aguiar.

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