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J2838Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Girl Scout Gold Award

Official title

“Congratulating Jennifer Otruba upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished Girl Scout Gold Award, the most prestigious of Scouting honors”

Sponsor Elaine PhillipsSD-7
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
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Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Jennifer Otruba for earning the prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award in recognition of her achievements.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the importance of youth leadership and service. , using Jennifer Otruba’s achievement as an example of how young people can create meaningful change in their communities through sustained effort and initiative.

  2. Emphasizes the rigor and impact of the Girl Scout Gold Award. , detailing that recipients must complete a significant, community-focused project that develops leadership skills and benefits others, underscoring the value of youth-led civic engagement.

  3. Serves as a public affirmation of the value of organizations like Girl Scouts. , showcasing how such organizations foster character, leadership, and a lifelong commitment to community among young women.

  4. Recognizes the broader societal impact of individual accomplishments. , suggesting that supporting and honoring achievements like Jennifer’s contributes to a culture that encourages youth to strive for excellence and community improvement.

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Honor Girl Scout Gold Award

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Elaine Phillips

Senator · Senate District 7

Chair, EthicsChair, Ethics And Internal GovernanceChair, Ethics And Internal Governance CommitteeChair, Infrastructure And Capital Investment

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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. 2838 BY: Senator PHILLIPS CONGRATULATING Jennifer Otruba upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished Girl Scout Gold Award, the most prestigious of Scouting honors WHEREAS, Jennifer Otruba, through her diligence and rigorous efforts, has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious honor, the Girl Scout Gold Award; and WHEREAS, Jennifer Otruba is a member of Girl Scouts of America Troop

508, Manhasset, 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… Show all

508, Manhasset, 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 Girl Scouts of America and its members are dedicated to the development of character and leadership in the youth of this Nation; and WHEREAS, Since 1919, Senior Girl Scouts have sought to cap their years in Girl Scouting with the prized Girl Scout Gold Award, which challenges girls to change the world; and WHEREAS, In order to earn the Girl Scout Gold Award, a girl must complete a rigorous set of service, leadership development, and skill-building tasks leading up to the final and most challenging requirement, the design and completion of a Take Action Project; this project must be an issue of interest to the girl and her community, employ team-based solutions, and educate and inspire others; and WHEREAS, This outstanding young woman has been involved in Scouting for years, has lived up to Scouting's ideals and has attained all of the necessary achievements; and WHEREAS, Jennifer Otruba is a credit to her family, her school, her community, her State and her Nation, and no doubt her 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 Jennifer Otruba upon the occasion of her designation as recipient of the Girl Scout Gold Award; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Jennifer Otruba.

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