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J2705Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Emmett Golden Eagle Scout

Official title

“Congratulating Emmett Golden upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 24, 2017”

Sponsor Kathleen A. MarchioneSD-43
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Emmett Golden on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and honors his accomplishments and service.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the broad impact of Scouting. the resolution links individual achievement to the development of character and leadership in youth, emphasizing the role of organizations like the Boy Scouts in shaping future leaders for both local communities and the nation.

  2. Underscores the rigor and rarity of the Eagle Scout rank. by noting that only five percent of Scouts attain this honor, the resolution frames Emmett Golden's accomplishment as a significant personal milestone that required years of commitment, skill-building, and community service.

  3. Showcases community engagement through service. Emmett’s Eagle project, rebuilding a stone wall at a local church, is cited as an example of tangible, lasting contributions that Eagle Scouts make to their communities, reinforcing the value of civic responsibility.

  4. Emphasizes the ripple effect of individual achievement. the resolution suggests that Emmett’s success brings credit not only to himself but also to his family, school, and broader community, illustrating how personal accomplishments can inspire and benefit others.

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Honor Emmett Golden Eagle Scout

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Kathleen A. Marchione

Senator · Senate District 43

Chair, Local Government

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. 2705 BY: Senator MARCHIONE CONGRATULATING Emmett Golden upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on June 24,

2017 WHEREAS, Emmett Golden, 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 24,

2017, at the Center Brunswick Fire House in Troy, New York; and WHEREAS, Emmett Golden, a student at Troy High School, is a member of the National Honor Society, a section leader in his school's choir, first chair French horn player and Captain of both the… Show all

2017, at the Center Brunswick Fire House in Troy, New York; and WHEREAS, Emmett Golden, a student at Troy High School, is a member of the National Honor Society, a section leader in his school's choir, first chair French horn player and Captain of both the varsity track and varsity tennis teams; 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, Emmett Golden dismantled and rebuilt the stone wall for Our Lady of Victory Church in Troy; and WHEREAS, Emmett Golden'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 Emmett Golden on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Emmett Golden.

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