[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 21 (Wednesday, February 25, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E233]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    RECOGNIZING JUSTIN BEARDEN FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 25, 2004

  Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Justin Bearden, 
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 65, and in earning the most prestigious award of 
Eagle Scout.
  Justin has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
scout activities. Over the 9 years Justin has been involved with 
scouting, he has earned 28 merit badges and has held numerous 
leadership positions, serving as patrol leader, assistant patrol 
leader, and troop guide. Justin has also been inducted into the Order 
of the Arrow as an Ordeal member.
  Justin's Eagle Scout project was the restoration of the exterior of 
the Patterson Assembly of God Parsonage.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Justin 
Bearden 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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