[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 60 (Thursday, May 5, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E829]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     A TRIBUTE TO THE JACOB POMEROY

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 5, 2011

  Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Jacob J. Pomeroy for the rank of an Eagle Scout. Travis is a 10th grade 
student from South Hardin High School in Eldora, Iowa.
  The Eagle Scout rank is the highest advancement rank in scouting. 
Only about 5% of Boy Scouts earn the Eagle Scout Award. The award is a 
performance based achievement whose standards have been well-maintained 
over the years. To earn the Eagle Scout rank, a Boy Scout is obligated 
to pass specific tests that are organized by requirements and merit 
badges, as well as completing an Eagle Project to benefit the 
community. Jacob's project was to construct a barn-themed sun shelter 
for the Joyful Noise Preschool and the Waukee United Methodist Church. 
Jacob also went above and beyond the requirements by completing more 
than the minimum required number of merit badges.
  Jacob has been involved in scouting since he became a Tiger Cub more 
than 11 years ago. Jacob's father, John Pomeroy, is also an Eagle Scout 
and current assistant Scout Master to Troop 178 from Waukee, Iowa.
  Mr. Speaker, the example set by this young man and his supportive 
family demonstrates the rewards of hard work, dedication and 
perseverance. I am honored to represent John Pomeroy and his family in 
the United States Congress. I know that all of my colleagues will join 
me in congratulating him on earning an Eagle Scout ranking and will 
wish him continued success in his future education and career.

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