[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 37 (Tuesday, April 9, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E453]
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         IN RECOGNITION OF 90TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GIRL SCOUTS

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                            HON. MIKE ROGERS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 9, 2002

  Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in support and 
recognition of the 90th Anniversary of the Girl Scouts of the United 
States of America. Founded on the belief that all young women should be 
given the opportunity to develop physically, mentally and spiritually, 
Girl Scouts of the U.S.A. empowers girls to develop to their full 
potential.
  The largest organization for girls in the world, Girl Scouting has a 
membership of 3.8 million. By establishing programs that are tailored 
to the needs and interests of girls, the Girl Scouts provides 
opportunities to develop strong values and life skills in our young 
women. The scouting experience allows American girls to take on 
responsibility, think creatively and act with integrity--elements 
essential to cultivating good citizenship.
  The Girl Scouts dedication to the positive development of girls and 
young women is an essential contribution to American society. I am 
confidant that the hard work and dedication of the Girl Scouts, which 
has been an integral component of the last 90 years of our nation's 
history, will continue well into the future. I commend the Girl Scouts 
of the United States of America for their commitment to assisting girls 
and young women to grow strong in mind, body, and spirit and call on my 
colleagues to do likewise.

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