TITLE: Congratulating John Henry "Jack" Schmalstieg IV on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

SUMMARY: Congratulating John Henry "Jack" Schmalstieg IV on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, John Henry "Jack" Schmalstieg IV of Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 151 in Georgetown has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, and this accomplishment truly merits special recognition; and WHEREAS, Receiving the Eagle Scout badge is a significant honor, bestowed on only a small fraction of those who enter the scouting movement; in the course of meeting the rank's demanding criteria, Mr. Schmalstieg earned the requisite 21 merit badges, and for his Eagle Scout project he built clothing racks to hold donations at the Annunciation Maternity Home; and WHEREAS, A freshman at The University of Texas at Tyler, this fine young Texan has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability throughout his scouting career, winning the respect and admiration of his fellow scouts as he worked toward the highest rank that scouting offers; and WHEREAS, Eagle Scout Schmalstieg's dedication to excellence and his perseverance in the pursuit of his goals have proven him worthy to stand among scouting's elite, and he may indeed reflect with pride on a job well done; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 82nd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Jack Schmalstieg on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Eagle Scout Schmalstieg as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Schwertner Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1353 was adopted by the House on April 28, 2011, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House