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J2358Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Eagle Scout Jeffrey Coward

Official title

“Congratulating Jeffrey D. Coward upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 10, 2017”

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

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Jeffrey D. Coward for achieving the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout and honors his accomplishments.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of youth leadership and community service. by celebrating an individual who completed a challenging project benefiting a local organization, reinforcing the value of civic engagement.

  2. Recognizes the rarity and prestige of the Eagle Scout rank. , which is earned by only about five percent of Boy Scouts, emphasizing the level of commitment and achievement required.

  3. Serves as a public acknowledgment by the state legislature. of exemplary conduct and accomplishment, which can inspire other young people to pursue similar paths of leadership and service.

  4. Strengthens the connection between civic institutions and local communities. by formally honoring achievements that contribute to communal pride and development.

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Honor Eagle Scout Jeffrey Coward

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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. 2358 BY: Senator LAVALLE CONGRATULATING Jeffrey D. Coward upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 10,

2017 WHEREAS, Jeffrey D. Coward, 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,

June 10, 2017, at The Ancient Order of Hibernians in Mount Sinai, New York; and WHEREAS, Jeffrey D. Coward, son of Kathryn L. Coward, is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 79; and WHEREAS, America has achieved her greatest heights of glory through the… Show all

June 10, 2017, at The Ancient Order of Hibernians in Mount Sinai, New York; and WHEREAS, Jeffrey D. Coward, son of Kathryn L. Coward, is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 79; 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, Jeffrey D. Coward constructed a flagpole, flower box and bench for The Ancient Order of Hibernians' new Membership Hall; and WHEREAS, Jeffrey D. Coward'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 Jeffrey D. Coward on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Jeffrey D. Coward.

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