[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 107 (Thursday, June 22, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E883]
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                     HONORING J. MICHAEL GILLILAND

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 22, 2017

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize J. 
Michael Gilliland. Michael is a very special young man who has 
exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by 
taking an active part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 692, and 
earning the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout.
   Michael has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
scout activities. Over the many years Michael has been involved with 
scouting, he has not only earned numerous merit badges, but also the 
respect of his family, peers, and community. Most notably, Michael has 
led his troop as the Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, earned the rank of 
Brave in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say, and become a member of the Order of 
the Arrow. Michael has also contributed to his community through his 
Eagle Scout project. Michael constructed a round rail fence around an 
underground shelter at the Rotary Youth Camp in Lee's Summit, Missouri, 
making it safer for wheel-chair bound campers to access the shelter in 
an emergency situation.
   Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending J. Michael 
Gilliland for his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of America and 
for his efforts put forth in achieving the highest distinction of Eagle 
Scout.

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