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03 LC 25 2838
House Resolution
61
By: Representatives Marin of the 66th, Coleman of the 118th, Porter of the 119th, Westmoreland of the 86th and Forster of the 3rd, Post 1
By: Representatives Marin of the 66th, Coleman of the 118th, Porter of the 119th, Westmoreland of the 86th and Forster of the 3rd, Post 1
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing Boy Scout Week in conjunction with the 93rd
anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America; and for other
purposes.
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America were incorporated on February 8, 1910, through the efforts of several men dedicated to bettering youth, who conceived a program of outdoor activities that developed skills in young boys and gave them a sense of enjoyment, fellowship, and a code of conduct for everyday living; and
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America endeavors to develop American citizens who are physically, mentally, and emotionally fit; have a high degree of self-reliance as evidenced in such qualities as initiative, courage, and resourcefulness; have personal values based on religious concepts; have the desire and skills to help others; understand the principles of the American social, economic, and governmental systems; are knowledgeable about and take pride in their American heritage and understand our nation´s role in the world; have a keen respect for the basic rights of all people; and are prepared to participate in and give leadership to American society; and
WHEREAS, thousands of volunteer leaders across the United States, both men and women, are involved in the Boy Scout program, serving in a variety of jobs from unit leaders to chairmen of troop committees, committee members, merit badge counselors, and chartered organization representatives; and
WHEREAS, it is only fitting and proper that this organization be recognized for its positive contributions to the lives of thousands of Georgians.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend the Boy Scouts of America and its members and leaders for their many achievements and contributions to the welfare of this state during their 93 years of corporate existence and hereby recognize the calendar week in which February 8, 2003, occurs as "Boy Scout Week."
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America were incorporated on February 8, 1910, through the efforts of several men dedicated to bettering youth, who conceived a program of outdoor activities that developed skills in young boys and gave them a sense of enjoyment, fellowship, and a code of conduct for everyday living; and
WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America endeavors to develop American citizens who are physically, mentally, and emotionally fit; have a high degree of self-reliance as evidenced in such qualities as initiative, courage, and resourcefulness; have personal values based on religious concepts; have the desire and skills to help others; understand the principles of the American social, economic, and governmental systems; are knowledgeable about and take pride in their American heritage and understand our nation´s role in the world; have a keen respect for the basic rights of all people; and are prepared to participate in and give leadership to American society; and
WHEREAS, thousands of volunteer leaders across the United States, both men and women, are involved in the Boy Scout program, serving in a variety of jobs from unit leaders to chairmen of troop committees, committee members, merit badge counselors, and chartered organization representatives; and
WHEREAS, it is only fitting and proper that this organization be recognized for its positive contributions to the lives of thousands of Georgians.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend the Boy Scouts of America and its members and leaders for their many achievements and contributions to the welfare of this state during their 93 years of corporate existence and hereby recognize the calendar week in which February 8, 2003, occurs as "Boy Scout Week."