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06 LC 97 0469
House Resolution 1526
By: Representatives Kidd of the 115th, Heard of the 114th, and Smith of the 113th

A RESOLUTION

Commending Craig Hamlin on becoming an Eagle Scout; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Craig Hamlin, of Boy Scout Troop 326 in Athens, Georgia, has earned the rank of Eagle Scout, which will be awarded to him at an Eagle Court of Honor on March 5, 2006; and

WHEREAS, in order to receive this exceptional award, he earned 21 merit badges and served his troop in a variety of leadership roles; and

WHEREAS, for his Eagle Scout project, Craig Hamlin built and placed 16 wood duck houses in Sandy Creek Park, making a lasting contribution to the park through his hard work and perseverance; and

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

WHEREAS, Craig Hamlin has truly exhibited a commitment to the scouting principles of honesty and fairness and has consistently conducted himself in a manner becoming of an Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, in a world which all too often seems to dwell on the negative aspects of the actions of young people, it is especially fitting and proper for this body to recognize the outstanding accomplishments of this extraordinary young man.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body commend Craig Hamlin 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 Craig Hamlin.