Bill Text: GA HR862 | 2011-2012 | Regular Session | Introduced
Bill Title: Oglesby, William Martin; commend
Spectrum: Bipartisan Bill
Status: (Passed) 2011-04-11 - House Read and Adopted [HR862 Detail]
Download: Georgia-2011-HR862-Introduced.html
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House
Resolution 862
By:
Representatives Dobbs of the
53rd
and Lindsey of the
54th
A
RESOLUTION
Recognizing
and commending William Martin Oglesby; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS,
William Martin Oglesby 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
William has ably evidenced his aptitude and competency in mastering the various
special skills taught through the Boy Scout program; and
WHEREAS,
this hard-working young man is the beloved son of Bill Oglesby and has
demonstrated great leadership skills and initiative during his years with the
Boy Scouts of America program; and
WHEREAS,
to earn the rank of Eagle Scout, William built several bleachers for a capacity
of about 80 people to be used at the Westminster Summer Camp; and
WHEREAS,
an outstanding Georgian, William has truly exhibited a commitment to the
scouting principles of honesty and fairness and has consistently conducted
himself in a manner becoming an Eagle Scout; and
WHEREAS,
the perseverance and determination displayed by this exceptional young leader is
an example for all Georgians, and great success is surely in this young man's
future.
NOW,
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of
this body commend William Martin Oglesby 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 William
Martin Oglesby.