[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 55 (Tuesday, April 17, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E553]
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                     A TRIBUTE TO DEAN A. VanEVERY

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 17, 2012

  Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Dean VanEvery of Ames for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
  The Eagle Scout rank is the highest advancement rank in scouting. 
Only about five percent of Boy Scouts earn the Eagle Scout Award. The 
award is a performance-based achievement with high standards that have 
been well-maintained over the last century.
  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. Dean's 
project was to renovate a nature trail at Brookside Park in Ames, which 
required serious rehabilitation after flooding had left the trail 
covered with large amounts of debris. The work ethic Dean has shown in 
this project, and every other project leading up to his Eagle Scout 
rank, speaks volumes of his commitment to serving a cause greater than 
himself and assisting his community.
  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 Dean and his family in the 
United States Congress. I know that all of my colleagues in the House 
will join me in congratulating him in obtaining the Eagle Scout 
ranking, and will wish him continued success in his future education 
and career. Thank you.

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