SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 183 WHEREAS, William Paxton Henke of Scouting America Troop No. 194 in Pleasanton has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, and this accomplishment truly merits special recognition; and WHEREAS, The Eagle Scout badge is a significant honor bestowed on only a small fraction of those who enter the scouting movement; in the course of meeting the rank's demanding criteria, Paxton Henke earned the requisite 21 merit badges and successfully completed an Eagle Scout project of benefit to his community; with a team of 18 volunteers, he remodeled the restroom in the Commemorative Air Force Museum at Stinson Municipal Airport in San Antonio, making the facilities more user-friendly for visitors; and WHEREAS, The son of John and Arminda Henke, this fine young Texan has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability throughout his scouting career, winning the respect and admiration of his fellow troop members as he worked toward the highest rank that the organization offers; in addition, he has served his troop as historian and patrol leader and is a member of the Order of the Arrow; a junior at Falls City High School, he plans to join the U.S. Coast Guard after graduation; and WHEREAS, Eagle Scout Henke's dedication to excellence and his perseverance in the pursuit of his goals have proven him worthy to stand among scouting's elite, and he may indeed reflect with pride on a job well done; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th Legislature, hereby congratulate William Paxton Henke on achieving the 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. Henke as an expression of high regard from the Texas Senate. Gutierrez ________________________________ President of the Senate I hereby certify that the above Resolution was adopted by the Senate on March 4, 2025. ________________________________ Secretary of the Senate ________________________________ Member, Texas Senate