[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 66 (Friday, May 13, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E908]
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                      A TRIBUTE TO DALTON B. DOOM

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 13, 2011

  Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Dalton B. Doom of Urbandale, IA for achieving the rank of an Eagle 
Scout. Dalton is currently a freshman in high school and serves as the 
Senior Patrol Leader of his troop.
  The Eagle Scout rank is the highest advancement rank in scouting. 
Only about 5 percent of Boy Scouts earn the Eagle Scout Award. The 
award is a performance-based achievement whose high standards have been 
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. Dalton's project consisted of raising funds to purchase and 
install Automated External Defibrillator devices at a local church.
  After obtaining the highest scouting rank possible, Dalton plans to 
remain active in scouting to earn additional Eagle Palms and merit 
badges. Dalton has been involved in scouting since he became a Tiger 
Cub more than 10 years ago. His future plans are to attend the United 
States Air Force Academy and become an F-22 pilot.
  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 Dalton Doom 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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