SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 70
WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to
recognize Matthew Dillon Atkinson of Boy Scout Troop 1114 in
Magnolia for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; this fine young
man joined the elite corps of Eagles recently and is being
presented the coveted Eagle Badge at a Court of Honor; and
WHEREAS, Few achieve this distinguished honor; only a
small percentage of boys in the Boy Scout program attain the rank
of Eagle Scout; and
WHEREAS, Following the principles of the Scout oath and
promise, Matthew advanced through the ranks of Tenderfoot,
Second, First, Star, and Life classes before reaching Eagle
Scout; and
WHEREAS, This personable young man displayed leadership
through planning, developing, and conducting a service project
that benefited his community; he is truly a shining example to
his fellow Scouts and the young people of Texas; and
WHEREAS, By becoming an Eagle Scout, Matthew has brought
great honor to himself, his family, his troop, his community, and
his state; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 85th
Legislature, 1st Called Session, hereby commend Matthew Dillon
Atkinson on earning this prestigious honor and congratulate him
on his outstanding achievement; and, be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared for Eagle
Scout Atkinson as an expression of esteem from the Texas Senate.
Creighton
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President of the Senate
I hereby certify that the
above Resolution was adopted by
the Senate on July 25, 2017.
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Secretary of the Senate
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Member, Texas Senate