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J2351Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Eagle Scout Achievement

Official title

“Congratulating George Jonathan Donald Weimer upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors”

Sponsor Chris JacobsSD-60
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates George Jonathan Donald Weimer for achieving the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout on June 8, 2017.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of youth achievement. The resolution emphasizes that accomplishments like earning Eagle Scout are not just personal milestones, but vital to the nation's continued strength and future leadership.

  2. Underscores the rigor of Scouting. It notes that only about five percent of Boy Scouts attain Eagle Scout, underscoring the dedication, skill, and perseverance required to reach this rank—qualities valued in any community or organization.

  3. Recognizes community service and leadership development. By citing the required community service project and leadership skills developed through Scouting, the resolution connects Scouting's values to broader civic engagement and responsibility.

  4. Serves as a formal record of recognition. Official resolutions like this one offer lasting public acknowledgment, which can boost a recipient’s educational, civic, or professional opportunities and inspire other youth to strive for similar achievements.

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Honor Eagle Scout Achievement

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Chris Jacobs

Senator · Senate District 60

No co-sponsors yet.

History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 2351 BY: Senator JACOBS CONGRATULATING George Jonathan Donald Weimer upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 8, 2017 WHEREAS, George Jonathan Donald Weimer,… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 2351 BY: Senator JACOBS CONGRATULATING George Jonathan Donald Weimer upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 8, 2017 WHEREAS, George Jonathan Donald Weimer, 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 Thursday, June 8, 2017, at Ellicott Elementary School in Orchard Park, New York; and WHEREAS, George Jonathan Donald Weimer is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 285 in Orchard Park, 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, George Jonathan Donald Weimer'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 George Jonathan Donald Weimer on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to George Jonathan Donald Weimer.

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