[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 48 (Monday, March 23, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E377]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                       TRIBUTE TO KELLY D. HICKEY

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 23, 2015

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
congratulate Kelly D. Hickey of Council Bluffs, 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, Kelly planted three Autumn Blaze Maple Trees around the 
perimeter of the College View Elementary preschool playground. The work 
ethic Kelly has shown in his Eagle Project and every other project 
leading up to his Eagle Scout rank speaks volumes about his commitment 
to serving 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 Kelly 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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