H.R. No. 1824 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Cahal McColgan of Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 421 in Arlington 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. McColgan earned the requisite 21 merit badges and, for his Eagle Scout project, designed and constructed a handicap ramp and platform for All Star Equestrian Foundation in Mansfield; 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 McColgan'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 Cahal McColgan on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Eagle Scout McColgan as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Turner of Tarrant ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 1824 was adopted by the House on May 11, 2009, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House