[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 129 (Thursday, September 26, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1379-E1380]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                     HONORING MICHAEL DAVID NEELEY

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 26, 2013

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
Michael David Neeley. Michael is a very special young man who has 
exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by 
taking an active part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 247, and 
earning the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout.
  Michael has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
Scout activities. Over the many years Michael has been involved with 
Scouting, he has not only earned numerous merit badges, but also the 
respect of his family, peers, and community. Most notably, Michael has 
earned the rank of Runner in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say and became a 
Brotherhood member of the Order of the Arrow, all

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while leading his troop as Senior Patrol Leader. Michael has also 
contributed to his community through his Eagle Scout project. Michael 
renovated the landscaping around the lower level entrance of Gashland 
Presbyterian Church in Kansas City, Missouri, by installing stone 
pavers and a bench and by planting an evergreen tree along with a 
yellow rose bush.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Michael David 
Neeley for his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of America and for 
his efforts put forth in achieving the highest distinction of Eagle 
Scout.

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