84R6147 KSM-D By: Farney H.R. No. 203 R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, The rank of Eagle Scout is an achievement shared by only a select few, and the attainment of this significant honor by Jarrod L. Riggins of Georgetown 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 38 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 an Eagle Scout project, which involved constructing a wooden kiosk at Champion Park; and WHEREAS, A valued member of Boy Scout Troop No. 405, Mr. Riggins has served his peers as a leader, participating in over 100 days and nights of camping, and he has served his community by taking part in 66 service projects; 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, Jarrod Riggins has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to the Boy Scouts 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 84th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Eagle Scout Jarrod L. Riggins 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. Riggins as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.