H.R. No. 153 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 Andrew Jones of Panhandle also heralds a future bright with opportunity and promise; and WHEREAS, This fine young Texan has mastered a number of important skills in his quest to become an Eagle Scout; he has earned merit badges requiring expertise in such diverse areas as first aid, personal fitness, and environmental science, and he has gained experience in leadership and teamwork while undertaking his Eagle Scout project, which involved cataloging the archived books at the Square House Museum into the Dewey decimal system; and WHEREAS, A valued member of Boy Scout Troop No. 501, Mr. Jones has served his peers as a leader, and in so doing, he has exemplified the many positive traits for which Boy Scouts are renowned; and WHEREAS, In fulfilling the rigorous requirements for attaining the Eagle Scout insignia, Andrew Jones has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the 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, 2nd Called Session, hereby congratulate Andrew Jones on achieving the prestigious 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. Jones as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives. Price ______________________________ Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 153 was adopted by the House on July 29, 2013, by a non-record vote. ______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House