[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 32 (Thursday, February 27, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E312]
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                  RECOGNITION OF MATTHEW ISADORE REYES

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 27, 2003

  Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Matthew Isadore 
Reyes, a very special young man who has exemplified the finest 
qualities of citizenship and leadership by taking an active part in the 
Boy Scouts of America, Troop 314, and in earning the most prestigious 
award of Eagle Scout.
  Matthew has been very active with his troop, participating in summer 
camp at H. Roe Bartle Scout Reservation and earning the status of Brave 
in the tribe of Mic-O-Say. During the six years he has been involved in 
scouting, he has earned 38 merit badges and is Brotherhood Member of 
The Order of the Arrow. Matthew also has been honored for his numerous 
scouting achievements, earning the rank of Patrol Leader of the Panther 
Patrol and Runner at Camp Naish.
  For his Eagle Scout project, Matthew built two cedar benches and 
planted a tree for the Rolling Hills Community Church. He was able to 
get all of the materials for his project donated.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Matthew 
Isadore Reyes for his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of America 
and for his efforts put forth in achieving the highest distinction of 
Eagle Scout.

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