[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 143 (Wednesday, September 21, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1325]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               TRIBUTE TO EAGLE SCOUT BRENNAN T. PLUMMER

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 21, 2016

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
congratulate Brennan T. Plummer of Council Bluffs, Iowa for achieving 
the rank of Eagle Scout. Brennan is a member of Boy Scout Troop 249 in 
Council Bluffs.
  The Eagle Scout designation is the highest advancement rank in 
scouting. Approximately 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. Brennan's 
Eagle Project coordinated a work crew at Emanuel Lutheran Church. The 
work crew constructed a gaga pit for the church. Brennan has held 
several leadership roles in Troop 249 such as patrol leader, historian, 
and senior patrol leader. The work ethic Brennan has shown in his Eagle 
Project, and every other project leading 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 and his supportive 
family demonstrates the rewards of hard work, dedication, and 
perseverance. I am honored to represent Brennan and his family in the 
United States Congress. I know that all of my colleagues in the U.S. 
House of Representatives 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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