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House Resolution 2039
By: Representatives Levitas of the 82nd and Benfield of the 85th

A RESOLUTION


Commending Charles Briley; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Charles Briley has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the most distinguished rank conferred by the Boy Scouts of America; and

WHEREAS, a candidate for the most exceptional award in scouting must complete a rigorous program of training and demonstrate his proficiency in selected scouting techniques and attainment of the highest ideals of scouting; and

WHEREAS, only one scout out of 97 ever reaches this lofty level of achievement, and Charles has ably demonstrated his aptitude and competency in mastering the various special skills taught through the Boy Scout program; and

WHEREAS, Charles Briley is a member of Troop 134 in Decatur, Georgia, where he serves as Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, and attends Decatur High School; and

WHEREAS, this outstanding young man has truly exhibited a commitment to scouting principles, as demonstrated by his Eagle Scout project where he made improvements at Decatur Presbyterian Church, creating two offices out of a junk room; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper for this body to recognize with particularity the outstanding accomplishments of this individual.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend Charles Briley for his diligence and dedication in pursuing the highest honor awarded by the Boy Scouts of America and congratulate him on attaining the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to transmit an appropriate copy of this resolution to Charles Briley.