TITLE: Congratulating David Johnson of Carthage on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

SUMMARY: Congratulating David Johnson of Carthage on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, David Johnson of Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 216 in Carthage 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. Johnson earned 51 merit badges and, for his Eagle Scout project, he oversaw the renovation of the sand volleyball court at Carthage First United Methodist Church; and WHEREAS, A member of the National Honor Society and a varsity tennis player, this fine young Texan belongs to the Order of the Arrow and serves his troop as senior patrol leader; and WHEREAS, Eagle Scout Johnson'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 83rd Texas Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate David Johnson 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 Mr. Johnson as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Paddie Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 7 was adopted by the House on August 5, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House