[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 30 (Thursday, February 25, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E228-E229]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 151

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                          HON. JERRY McNERNEY

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 25, 2016

  Mr. McNERNEY. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in 
recognizing the 100th anniversary of Boy Scout Troop 151 in Antioch, 
California. Formed in 1916, it is one of the oldest troops in 
California.
  Since 1910, the Boy Scouts of America have helped mold future leaders 
of our country by teaching lifelong values and skills through 
educational activities. The Boy Scouts believe that helping the youth 
of America today sets us on a path to become a more responsible, 
respectful and productive society tomorrow. From its inception, Troop 
151 has built a program consisting of traditional outdoor scouting 
activities that include camping, backpacking, and hiking to promote 
physical fitness and good character.
  Community involvement continues to be a guiding principle for the Boy 
Scouts of America. Troop 151 was instrumental in the resurrection of 
the Antioch's Veterans Day celebration and they annually provide 
traditional flag services to the Veterans' Day celebration among other 
important community events. The boys of Troop 151 are proof that 
scouting can help build a greater sense of personal responsibility and 
high self-esteem. As a result, scouts are better prepared to make good 
decisions and give back to our community.
  I ask my colleagues to join me in commending the Boy Scouts of Troop 
151 for one hundred years of service to the City of Antioch and its 
residents.

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