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J666Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Eagle Scout Nicholas Chang

Official title

“Congratulating Nicholas Chang upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors”

Sponsor Tony AvellaSD-11
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution congratulates Nicholas Chang on achieving the Eagle Scout rank, Scouting’s highest honor, on February 25, 2017.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the significance of youth achievement. Recognizing an Eagle Scout in a legislative resolution underscores the value society places on young people who demonstrate leadership, perseverance, and dedication.

  2. Promotes community service and civic engagement. By commending the completion of a challenging community service project, the resolution encourages others to contribute positively to their communities.

  3. Reinforces the role of organizations like the Boy Scouts. The resolution acknowledges the importance of character-building institutions in shaping future leaders, reinforcing public support for such programs.

  4. Serves as a public record of accomplishment. This legislative recognition can inspire other youth and serves as a formal acknowledgment that may benefit the recipient in future academic or career pursuits.

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Honor Eagle Scout Nicholas Chang

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Tony Avella

Senator · Senate District 11

Chair, Children And Families

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History

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

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Senate Resolution No. 666 BY: Senator AVELLA CONGRATULATING Nicholas Chang upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on February 25,

2017 WHEREAS, Nicholas Chang, 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 February 25, 2017; and WHEREAS, Nicholas Chang is a Junior at… Show all

2017 WHEREAS, Nicholas Chang, 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 February 25, 2017; and WHEREAS, Nicholas Chang is a Junior at the Bronx High School of Science and a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop 153, Douglaston, 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, Nicholas Chang'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 Nicholas Chang on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Nicholas Chang.

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