TITLE: Congratulating Jeremy Jones of Panhandle on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Jeremy Jones of Panhandle on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

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WHEREAS, Jeremy Jones of Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 501 in Panhandle 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. Jones earned the requisite 21 merit badges, and for his Eagle Scout project, he painted the bleachers at the local baseball fields; and WHEREAS, Eagle Scout Jones has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability throughout his scouting career, winning the respect and admiration of his fellow troop members as he worked toward the highest rank that scouting offers; and WHEREAS, This fine young Texan'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, 1st Called Session, hereby congratulate Jeremy Jones 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. Jones as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Price Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 224 was adopted by the House on June 25, 2013, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House