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J2076Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Andrew Lauricella Eagle Scout

Official title

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

Sponsor Neil D. BreslinSD-44
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Andrew Lauricella for achieving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout and recognizes his accomplishments.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of youth leadership and service. By recognizing Andrew Lauricella’s accomplishments, the resolution underscores how individual youth contributions—especially through organizations like the Boy Scouts—are seen as foundational to the continued strength and character of society.

  2. Showcases community impact through the Eagle Scout project. Lauricella’s project, which involved building a fire pit and accessible benches for an adaptive sports camp, demonstrates the tangible, positive changes that youth-led service projects can bring to local communities, especially for those with disabilities.

  3. Emphasizes the rarity and significance of the Eagle Scout rank. The resolution notes that achieving Eagle Scout is a distinction earned by only about five percent of Scouts, highlighting its value as a marker of sustained effort, leadership, and dedication.

  4. Serves as public recognition that can inspire others. By officially honoring Lauricella, the resolution not only celebrates his achievements but also serves as encouragement for other young people to pursue similar paths of leadership, service, and personal growth.

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Honor Andrew Lauricella Eagle Scout

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Neil D. Breslin

Senator · Senate District 44

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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. 2076 BY: Senator BRESLIN CONGRATULATING Andrew Lauricella upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 16,

2017 WHEREAS, Andrew Lauricella, 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 Friday,

June 16, 2017, at the YMCA Pavilion in Bethlehem, New York; and WHEREAS, Andrew Lauricella is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 75 in Delmar, New York; and WHEREAS, A junior at Bethlehem High School, Andrew Lauricella has held numerous leadership… Show all

June 16, 2017, at the YMCA Pavilion in Bethlehem, New York; and WHEREAS, Andrew Lauricella is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 75 in Delmar, New York; and WHEREAS, A junior at Bethlehem High School, Andrew Lauricella has held numerous leadership positions within his troop; 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 Lauricella first raised funds, and then built a fire pit and four handicap-accessible wooden benches for Camp SCORE, a division of STRIDE Adaptive Sports in Chatham, New York; and WHEREAS, Andrew Lauricella'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 Lauricella on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Andrew Lauricella.

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