[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 79 (Monday, June 7, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1140]
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              CENTRAL NEW JERSEY RECOGNIZES RICKY FLETCHER

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                           HON. RUSH D. HOLT

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, June 7, 1999

  Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the 
accomplishments of Richard Fletcher and his contributions to his 
community. Ricky has been awarded the Boy Scouts of America's Eagle 
Scout Award--the highest award in Scouting.
  Ricky is assistant senior patrol leader with Troop 1776 from 
Titusville. He has been a Boy Scout since 1997 and had his Eagle Scout 
Board of Review in February of this year.
  Ricky, who is 12 years old, is one of the youngest Eagle Scouts in 
the United States. Fewer than 2 percent of all Boy Scouts receive the 
Eagle Scout Award, making Ricky's age in relation to his achievement 
all the more impressive.
  Ricky's accomplishments and contributions to his community are many. 
In addition to his Eagle Scout Project, which consisted of building 
benches, boardwalks, and a handicapped picnic table for a local park, 
Ricky has earned 41 merit badges. Only 21 are required to attain the 
Eagle Scout award.
  Ricky is an honor roll student who is involved in several clubs at 
school. He has received awards and honors from numerous organizations. 
Ricky also participates in his church youth group, volunteers his time 
for litter pick up, and plays ice hockey.
  Ricky Fletcher has demonstrated dedication to his goals and to his 
community. He has worked to improve himself and his environment. I urge 
all of my colleagues to join me in recognizing Ricky's accomplishments.

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