TITLE: Congratulating Austin Clark of Houston on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

SUMMARY: Congratulating Austin Clark of Houston on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

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WHEREAS, Austin Clark of Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 13 in Houston 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. Clark earned 23 merit badges, including those requiring expertise in such diverse areas as oceanography, computers, and space exploration; for his Eagle Scout project, he built a walkway to an outdoor chapel at South Main Baptist Church, where his grandparents were married; and WHEREAS, The son of John and Beth Clark, 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 Clark'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 Austin Clark on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Clark as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Bohac Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 2121 was adopted by the House on May 21, 2015, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House