[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 160 (Thursday, November 6, 2003)]
[Senate]
[Page S14173]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                  HONORING BENJAMIN AND ALEC WILLIAMS

 Mr. CRAPO. Mr. President, today I honor Benjamin Richard 
Williams and Alec David Williams for receiving the Eagle Scout Award. 
As an Eagle Scout myself, I know first hand the dedication and hard 
work involved in attaining this prestigious award. These two brothers, 
from my home State of Idaho, are exceptional individuals who have 
accomplished much in their young lives. Allow me a moment to tell you 
about them.
  In addition to his rank of Eagle Scout, Ben has served diligently in 
the Boy Scout organization, most recently as Senior Patrol Leader. He 
has also been heavily involved in extra-curricular activities at Boise 
High School. Ben is a cross-country runner and is involved in his 
school's jazz and marching bands. All of this while keeping a very 
impressive 3.95 GPA.
  Alec is here with us in the Senate today, serving our country as a 
congressional page. We appreciate his valuable service in this 
capacity. Alec has served in several capacities in the Boy Scouts, most 
recently as the assistant senior patrol leader. Alec is also an 
exceptional student with a 4.0 GPA. Attaining the rank of Eagle Scout 
is one more accomplishment to add to his already impressive list.
  I commend Benjamin and Alec on receiving their Eagle Scout Awards. 
Through the leadership and service opportunities provided in the 
Scouting program, Ben and Alec are better prepared to serve their 
families and America's communities. I wish them continued success in 
all of their endeavors.

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