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J2132Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor James Morrison's Eagle Scout

Official title

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

Sponsor Betty LittleSD-45
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates James Morrison on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and honors his accomplishments and service project.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of youth leadership and civic engagement. , emphasizing how achievements like Eagle Scout foster skills that benefit communities and society at large.

  2. Spotlights the value of community service. , as James Morrison’s project—reconstructing a historic cemetery stone wall—preserves local heritage and demonstrates practical impact through volunteer action.

  3. Recognizes the role of mentorship and teamwork. , noting the involvement of fellow scouts and the broader support system needed for such accomplishments, which reinforces the collective nature of community improvement efforts.

  4. Underscores how individual milestones can inspire others. , using public recognition to encourage other young people to pursue similar paths of service, leadership, and personal growth.

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Honor James Morrison's Eagle Scout

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Betty Little

Senator · Senate District 45

Chair, Housing, Construction And Community Development

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 2132 BY: Senator LITTLE CONGRATULATING James Morrison upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors WHEREAS, James Morrison, 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 27,

2017, at Captain Maxson Post No. 634 American Legion in Cambridge, New York; and WHEREAS, James Morrison is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop

62, Cambridge, New York; and WHEREAS, A senior at Cambridge Central School, James Morrison plans on continuing his education in Automotive Technology at Morrisville State College in the fall; and WHEREAS, America has achieved her greatest heights of glory… Show all

62, Cambridge, New York; and WHEREAS, A senior at Cambridge Central School, James Morrison plans on continuing his education in Automotive Technology at Morrisville State College in the fall; 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, James Morrison reconstructed a stone wall surrounding an old church cemetery; he and a group of fellow scouts unearthed stones and rebuilt portions of the wall; and WHEREAS, James Morrison'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 James Morrison on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to James Morrison.

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