SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 71
WHEREAS, Benjamin O'Neill Seago has recently been honored
by the Boy Scout program for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout, a
rank achieved by only a small percentage of boys in the program;
and
WHEREAS, This fine young man displayed outstanding leadership
through the planning and execution of a service project that has
benefited his community; he raised more than $3,000 in donated
funds and materials and guided a team of volunteers in
constructing a courtyard cafeteria deck with wheelchair access
for the children at Saint Joseph Catholic School; and
WHEREAS, Benjamin advanced through the ranks of Tenderfoot,
Second, First, Star, and Life classes before reaching the rank of
Eagle Scout by following the principles of the Scout oath and
promise; and
WHEREAS, By becoming an Eagle Scout, this personable young
man has brought great distinction to himself, his family, his
troop, his community, and his state; and
WHEREAS, Benjamin is an exceptional representative of the
State of Texas and a sterling example to all who have the good
fortune to know him; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, hereby commend Benjamin O'Neill Seago on earning
the rank of Eagle Scout and congratulate him on his great
achievement; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for
Eagle Scout Seago as an expression of high regard from the Texas
Senate.
Schwertner
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on January 30, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate