[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 96 (Thursday, July 1, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1477]
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  A TRIBUTE TO KIRK THOMAS BUECHNER; FOR HIS PROMOTION TO THE RANK OF 
                              EAGLE SCOUT

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                        HON. CHARLES A. GONZALEZ

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, July 1, 1999

  Mr. GONZALEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer my sincerest 
congratulations to Kirk Thomas Buechner, Boy Scout, from San Antonio, 
TX, upon the notification of his advancement to the rank of Eagle 
Scout.
  Boy Scouts are awarded the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout based on 
their faith and obedience to the Scout Oath. The Scout Oath requires 
members to live with honor, loyalty, courage, cheerfulness, and an 
obligation to service.
  In addition the rank of Eagle Scout is only bestowed once a Boy Scout 
satisfies duties including, the completion of 21 merit badges, 
performing a service project of significant value to the community, and 
additional requirements listed in the Scout Handbook.
  In receiving this special recognition, I believe that Eagle Scout 
Kirk Thomas Buechner will guide and inspire his peers, toward the 
beliefs of the Scout Oath. I am proud to offer my congratulations to 
Kirk on this respected accomplishment.

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