[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 15 (Wednesday, January 27, 1999)]
[Senate]
[Page S1032]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  TRIBUTE TO MATTHEW CONOR REPETA ON ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT

 Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. President, I rise today to 
honor Matthew Conor Repeta, of Bedford, New Hampshire, on achieving the 
rank of Eagle Scout. This first-rate young man was awarded the rank of 
Eagle Scout on September 9, 1998, by the District Eagle Board.
  Matthew began scouting at the age of seven in Eagan, Minnesota, as a 
Tiger Cub. He advanced through the Cub Scout ranks of Bobcat, Wolf, 
Bear and Webelos. Matthew joined Bedford Troop 414 in 1991. While in 
Troop 414, he was an Assistant Patrol Leader and a Patrol Leader.
  I want to commend Matthew for receiving the highest award that is 
attainable in Scouting. For his Eagle Project, Matthew built a handicap 
ramp for a local museum with other scouts from his troop. This example 
of service demonstrates the ideals for which scouting stands. Matthew 
exemplifies these qualities for which all Scouts strive: Honor, 
Loyalty, Courage, Cheerfulness and Service. For all of Matthew's hard 
work and devotion to these ideals, he has earned this coveted 
recognition. As the father of two former Scouts, I understand the time 
and effort that is involved in fulfilling the ideals of being a Scout.
  I know that Matthew will continue to be a positive role model among 
his peers, a leader in his community, a friend to those in need and an 
inspiration to all. I want to extend my sincerest congratulations and 
best wishes to Matthew. His achievement of Eagle Scout and significant 
contributions to the Bedford community are truly outstanding. It is an 
honor to represent him in the United States Senate.

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