[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 125 (Friday, September 20, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1360]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  TRIBUTE TO EAGLE SCOUT JOEL WHITMORE

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 20, 2013

  Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Joel Whitmore of Boy Scout Troop 37 in Calmus, 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. The work 
ethic Joel 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 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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