What's happening
This resolution congratulates Westin C. Perry on achieving the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout and honors his community service.
Why it matters
Highlights the importance of youth leadership. By recognizing Westin C. Perry’s achievement, the resolution emphasizes how youth engagement and leadership contribute to the future strength and vitality of the community and nation.
Underscores the value of community service. Westin’s specific project—refurbishing the Canisteo American Legion Veterans Memorial—demonstrates the tangible impact young people can have on honoring veterans and improving local spaces.
Affirms the role of Scouting in character development. The resolution connects the attainment of Eagle Scout rank with personal qualities like perseverance, responsibility, and the ability to master difficult tasks, reinforcing the broader value of Scouting programs.
Serves as a public acknowledgment and encouragement. By formally honoring Westin in a legislative setting, it not only celebrates his individual accomplishment but also sets a positive example for other youth to strive for similar community-minded achievements.
Albany, before your first meeting.
Every bill that moved yesterday, summarized in a sentence and ranked by impact. The Albany Scorecard follows on Sundays.
Free. Unsubscribe in one click. Want alerts on specific bills? Create an account.
Headline styles
Honor Eagle Scout Achievement
Plain English, a few words. Used as the page title.
Sponsors
No co-sponsors yet.
History
- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
Full text
1 pageUnderlined is new[Struck] is removedOfficial text on nysenate.gov ↗
Senate Resolution No. 963 BY: Senator O'MARA CONGRATULATING Westin C. Perry upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors WHEREAS, Westin C. Perry, through his diligence and rigorous efforts, has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious rank, Eagle Scout; and WHEREAS, Westin C. Perry is a member of Boy Scouts of America Troop
83 in Canisteo, 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 allHide
83 in Canisteo, 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 approximately 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, Westin C. Perry refurbished the Canisteo American Legion Veterans Memorial; he cleaned and rearranged hundreds of bricks which have been inscribed with the names of veterans, their branch, and years of service; and WHEREAS, His dedication to the safety and well-being of the citizens of Canisteo is represented through his project and demonstrates his devotion to both community and commitment to others; and WHEREAS, Westin C. Perry'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 Westin C. Perry on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Westin C. Perry.
Reflowed for reading: line numbers and page breaks removed. Cite the official text.
Summaries, headlines and scores are AI-generated from the official bill text. How we score bills. Source: NYS Open Legislation.