[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 93 (Tuesday, June 19, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1068]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  TRIBUTE TO SETH ALEXANDER KLEINWORT

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 19, 2012

  Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Seth Kleinwort of Madrid, Iowa for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
  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 with high standards that have 
been well-maintained over the past 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. Seth's 
project involved funding and erecting 21 flags on Memorial Day Weekend 
along Highway 17 to pay tribute to our nation's heroes. Seth completed 
this project while going above and beyond the required merit badges, 
earning a staggering total of 50 badges. The work ethic Seth has shown 
in his Eagle 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 Seth 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.

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