[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 124 (Thursday, September 19, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1345]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  TRIBUTE TO EAGLE SCOUT DANE ANDERSEN

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 19, 2013

  Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Dane Andersen of Boy Scout Troop 98 in Johnston, Iowa 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 for more than a 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, Dane raised more than $2500 and invested more than 240 hours 
to beautify the Iowa Primate Learning Sanctuary in Des Moines. Mr. 
Andersen oversaw the construction of a berm with 18 tons of dirt, 
planting 78 plants, painting the guardhouse and installing a new 
mailbox. Because the project was done on time and under budget, Dane 
and his volunteers were also able to provide a concrete base and 
footings for a future entrance sign. The work ethic Dane 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 Dane 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 reaching the rank of Eagle Scout, 
and I wish him continued success in his future education and career.

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