[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 139 (Wednesday, September 14, 2016)]
[Senate]
[Page S5719]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           RECOGNIZING BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA TROOP 1 OF IDAHO

 Mr. CRAPO. Mr. President, today I wish to congratulate the Boy 
Scouts of America Troop 1 of Meridian, ID, on the troop's approaching 
100th anniversary.
  Troop 1's former scoutmaster Richard Weight reports that research 
indicates that the troop was formed on or before July 20, 1917, in 
Meridian and was in continuous operation until 1942 when wartime needs 
made operation of the troop impossible. In 1944, the troop rechartered 
and has been in continuous operation since. Troop 1 has taken part in 
service projects and efforts to have a positive effect on the 
community.
  I have been involved in scouting for almost my entire life. I am 
proud of the young men who have demonstrated a commitment to the 
principles of scouting and the communities that support them. I commend 
the scouts and supporters of Troop 1 for advancing leadership and 
informative opportunities for area youth who gain invaluable experience 
while contributing to bettering our communities. The many benefits from 
scouting activities are made possible through the significant 
commitment of those who are actively involved with the troop.
  Congratulations to Idaho's Boy Scouts of America Troop 1 on this 
remarkable milestone. Thank you for your efforts to build up our 
communities and expand opportunities for future leaders.

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