81R20375 JKB-D By: Parker H.R. No. 1294 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Garrett Ash of Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 299 in Flower Mound 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. Ash earned the requisite 21 merit badges and successfully completed an Eagle Scout project of benefit to his community, which included the rejuvenation of historic McCombs Cemetery in his hometown; and WHEREAS, This fine young Texan has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability throughout his scouting career, winning the respect and admiration of his fellow scouts as he worked toward the highest rank that scouting offers; and WHEREAS, Eagle Scout Ash'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 81st Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Garrett Ash on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Ash as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.