[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 89 (Monday, June 25, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1191]
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                    HONORING EAGLE SCOUT RECIPIENTS

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                           HON. STEVE ISRAEL

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 25, 2001

  Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
recognize three of New York's outstanding young students, Bruce Russo, 
Paul Lapreziosa, and Gregory Smith. These young men have received the 
Eagle Scout honor from their peers in recognition of their 
achievements.
  Since the beginning of this century, the Boy Scouts of America have 
provided thousands of boys and young men each year with the opportunity 
to make friends, explore new ideas, and develop leadership skills while 
learning self-reliance and teamwork.
  The Eagle Scout award is presented only to those who possess the 
qualities that make our nation great: commitment to excellence, hard 
work, and genuine love of community service. Becoming an Eagle Scout is 
an extraordinary award with which only the finest Boy Scouts are 
honored. To earn the award--the highest advancement rank in Scouting--a 
Boy Scout must demonstrate proficiency in the rigorous areas of 
leadership, service, and outdoor skills; they must earn a minimum of 23 
merit badges as well as contribute at least 100 man-hours toward a 
community oriented service project.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating the recipients of 
these awards, as their activities are indeed worthy of praise. Their 
leadership benefits our community and they serve as role models for 
their peers.
  Also, we must not forget the unsung heroes, who continue to devote a 
large part of their lives to make all this possible. Therefore, I 
salute the families, scout leaders, and countless others who have given 
generously of their time and energy in support of scouting.
  It is with great pride that I recognize the achievements of Bruce, 
Paul, and Gregory and bring the attention of Congress to these 
successful young men on their respective days of recognition. 
Congratulations to you and your families.

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