[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 3 (Wednesday, January 13, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E18-E19]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  COMMENDING HAMILTON STEPHENS WINTERS

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                         HON. RODNEY ALEXANDER

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, January 13, 2010

  Mr. ALEXANDER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and commend a 
distinguished student, Hamilton Stephens Winters, on his achievement of 
Eagle Scout, awarded January 9, 2010.
  For nine years, Hamilton has been active in scouts. Prior to 
completing Cub Scouts in 2006, Hamilton received the Arrow of Light

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Award, which is the highest award a Cub Scout can earn.
  After completing the Cub Scout program, Hamilton joined Boy Scout 
Troop 66. During his tenure in the Boy Scouts, Hamilton has earned 37 
merit badges, far surpassing the 21 merit badges that are required. 
This accomplishment is all the more impressive, considering Hamilton is 
only 14 years old.
  Hamilton is a model citizen amongst the youth in our country and my 
district. His proven leadership and remarkable accomplishments have 
truly made his family and community proud. I am confident that Hamilton 
will use the skills he has acquired for the rest of his life as tools 
for the betterment of his community, state and country. I ask my 
colleagues to join me in congratulating Hamilton Stephens Winters on 
this monumental achievement.

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