[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 46 (Tuesday, April 9, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E398]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO EAGLE SCOUT CHAD FORD

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, April 9, 2013

  Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Chad Ford of Boy Scout Troop 188 of Ankeny, Iowa for achieving the rank 
of an 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 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. For his 
project, Chad assisted in refurbishing Chichaqua Bottoms Greenbelt Park 
in Polk County by removing a large section of unwanted fencing. The 
work ethic Chad 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 Chad and his family in the 
United States Congress. I know that all of my colleagues in the House 
will join me in congratulating him on obtaining the Eagle Scout 
ranking, and I wish him continued success in his future education and 
career.

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