TITLE: Congratulating Joseph Bennett of Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 229 in Harker Heights on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Joseph Bennett of Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 229 in Harker Heights on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

FULL TEXT:
WHEREAS, Joseph Bennett of Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 229 in Harker Heights 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. Bennett earned the requisite 21 merit badges and successfully completed an Eagle Scout project of benefit to his community, which included constructing a new practice backstop at the tennis courts of Harker Heights High School; and WHEREAS, This fine young Texan has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability throughout his scouting career, winning the respect and admiration of the fellow members of his troop as he worked toward the highest rank that the organization offers; and WHEREAS, Eagle Scout Bennett'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 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Joseph Bennett 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 Bennett as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Aycock Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 182 was adopted by the House on February 19, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House