[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 144 (Thursday, November 3, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2247]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       RECOGNIZING BRIAN KIDWELL

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 2, 2005

  Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Brian Kidwell, 
son of Douglas and Teresa Kidwell. Brian will receive his Eagle Award 
on August 7, 2005 at a Court of Honor in Saint Joseph, MO.
  Brian began his scouting career in 1995 as a Tiger Cub. In 1996, he 
joined Pack 218 and proceeded through the ranks of Bobcat, Wolf, Bear, 
and Webelo. While a Webelo, Brian earned all the activity badges and 
the Arrow of Light. He also received a Service Star for five years of 
active scouting and the God and me award.
  Brian became a member of Troop 218 in 2000, where he earned the ranks 
of Tenderfoot, 2nd Class, 1st Class, Star, Life, and now Eagle. Brian 
received 27 merit badges, and served in numerous leadership positions 
including Librarian, Patrol Leader, Chaplain Aide, Troop Guide, and 
Junior Assistant Scout Master. He is also a Fire Builder in the Tribe 
of Mic-O-Say.
  In June of 2003, Brian and his father Douglas went to Philmont Scout 
Ranch, where they earned the 50 Miler Award.
  Aside from scouting, Brian is a lifetime resident of Country Club 
Village. He attended John Glenn Elementary School then Savannah Middle 
School. He is currently a junior at Savannah High School and has been 
involved in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and FFA. He has been 
on High Honor Roll since 4th grade.
  Brian is a member of Faith United Church, Hope Youth Group, and the 
Sons of the American Legion, which he joined through his late 
grandfather, Darryle Bartlett.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Brian Kidwell 
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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