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J3329Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Eagle Scout Kevin Bowen

Official title

“Congratulating Kevin J. Bowen upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout”

Sponsor John J. BonacicSD-42
Status
Adopted
Impact
Pending
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Kevin J. Bowen on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and recognizes his service project and accomplishments.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the significance of the Eagle Scout rank. , achieved by only about 4% of Scouts, emphasizing the rarity and prestige of Kevin J. Bowen's accomplishment and its reflection on his perseverance and leadership skills.

  2. Recognizes the positive impact of youth service projects. by detailing Kevin’s specific contributions to his community, such as beautifying St. John the Evangelist Church and improving its facilities, showcasing how Scouting fosters civic responsibility.

  3. Underscores the role of Scouting in youth development. , framing Kevin’s achievement as not just a personal milestone but as evidence of Scouting’s broader value in cultivating character, leadership, and dedication among young people.

  4. Serves as a model of public recognition for individual achievement. , reinforcing the idea that civic and community-oriented accomplishments by young people are valued and celebrated at the state level, which can inspire others to pursue meaningful service.

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Honor Eagle Scout Kevin Bowen

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
John J. Bonacic

Senator · Senate District 42

Chair, JudiciaryChair, Racing, Gaming And Wagering

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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. 3329 BY: Senator BONACIC CONGRATULATING Kevin J. Bowen upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on January 6,

2018 WHEREAS, Kevin J. Bowen, 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, January 6,

2018, at Elk's Lodge No. 1097, Middletown, New York; and WHEREAS, Kevin J. Bowen, the son of Edward and Patrice Bowen, is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 62, Goshen, New York; currently, he is a student at Morrisville State College; and WHEREAS,… Show all

2018, at Elk's Lodge No. 1097, Middletown, New York; and WHEREAS, Kevin J. Bowen, the son of Edward and Patrice Bowen, is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 62, Goshen, New York; currently, he is a student at Morrisville State College; 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 four 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, Kevin J. Bowen beautified St. John the Evangelist Church in Goshen; for his assignment, he put a light up and landscaped around the statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe; in addition, he installed shelving units in a storage room at the Parish House; and WHEREAS, Kevin J. Bowen'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 Kevin J. Bowen on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Kevin J. Bowen.

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