H.R. No. 1451
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, The rank of Eagle Scout is an achievement shared by
many of this nation's leaders, and the attainment of this
significant honor by Grayson K. Blackburn of Houston also heralds a
future bright with opportunity and promise; and
WHEREAS, This fine young Texan mastered a number of important
skills in his quest to become an Eagle Scout; he earned merit badges
in such diverse areas as first aid, personal fitness, and
environmental science, and he gained experience in leadership and
teamwork while undertaking an Eagle Scout project that contributed
to the betterment of his community; to fulfill the latter
requirement, he landscaped the entrance to the Alzheimer's unit at
a nursing home, beautifying the area with new plants and flowers and
building two benches; and
WHEREAS, A valued member of Troop No. 641, Mr. Blackburn has
served his peers as a patrol leader, quartermaster, and assistant
senior patrol leader, and in so doing, he has exemplified the many
positive traits for which Boy Scouts are renowned; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Blackburn has further distinguished himself as a
drummer in the Memorial High School marching band; he has
volunteered as a multimedia assistant for the youth ministries of
Second Baptist Church, and he enjoys participating in mission work
and attending Christian camps; moreover, he has contributed to film
projects for Houston businesses and plans to study digital
filmmaking in college; and
WHEREAS, The son of proud parents Terry L. Blackburn and
Cynthia C. Blackburn, Grayson Blackburn has demonstrated an
unwavering commitment to the Boy Scout organization and its ideals,
and the knowledge and confidence he has acquired along the way will
indeed serve him well in the years to come; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas
Legislature hereby congratulate Eagle Scout Grayson K. Blackburn on
achieving this prestigious rank 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. Blackburn as an expression of high regard by the
Texas House of Representatives.
Bohac
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Speaker of the House
I certify that H.R. No. 1451 was adopted by the House on April
24, 2013, by a non-record vote.
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Chief Clerk of the House