[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 24 (Wednesday, February 10, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E157-E158]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO PETER PELLETT

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 10, 2016

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
congratulate Peter Pellett of Atlantic, Iowa for achieving the rank of 
Eagle Scout. Peter is a member of Boy Scout Troop 366, Omaha, Nebraska 
and the Soaring Eagle District of the Mid-America Council.

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  The Eagle Scout designation 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. Peter's 
Eagle Project was rehabilitating the infield for the Benson Little 
League Park in Omaha, Nebraska. The work ethic Peter 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 demonstrates the 
rewards of hard work, dedication, and perseverance. I am honored to 
represent Peter in the United States Congress. I ask that my colleagues 
in the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating 
him on obtaining the Eagle Scout ranking, and in wishing him nothing 
but continued success in his future education and career.

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