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J1686Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Eagle Scout Achievement

Official title

“Congratulating Andrew William Hanna upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors”

Sponsor Kenneth P. LaValleSD-1
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Andrew William Hanna on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and honors his community service.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of youth leadership and civic responsibility. by recognizing Andrew William Hanna’s achievement, reinforcing the value of programs like the Boy Scouts in developing future leaders.

  2. Underscores community service as a core value. Andrew’s project updating a veterans’ memorial wall not only honors local veterans but also strengthens community ties and historical remembrance.

  3. Celebrates perseverance and achievement in a rigorous program. , noting that Eagle Scout is earned by only a small percentage of Scouts, which may inspire other young people to pursue challenging goals.

  4. Acknowledges the broader impact of individual accomplishment. , suggesting that such recognition motivates continued service and sets a positive example for peers, community, and the state.

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Honor Eagle Scout Achievement

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kenneth P. LaValle

Senator · Senate District 1

Chair, Higher Education

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 1686 BY: Senator LAVALLE CONGRATULATING Andrew William Hanna upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on May 21, 2017 WHEREAS, Andrew William Hanna, 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 Hand Aldrich Post No. 924, Hampton Bays, New York; and WHEREAS, The son of Kate and Tim Hanna, Andrew William Hanna is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 483, Hampton Bays, New York; and WHEREAS, America has achieved… Show all

May 21, 2017, at the American Legion Hand Aldrich Post No. 924, Hampton Bays, New York; and WHEREAS, The son of Kate and Tim Hanna, Andrew William Hanna is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 483, Hampton Bays, 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 five 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, For his project, Andrew William Hanna updated a memorial wall with the names of all of the Veterans from Hampton Bays, New York since the Revolutionary War; and WHEREAS, Andrew William Hanna'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 Andrew William Hanna on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Andrew William Hanna.

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