[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 158 (Tuesday, September 25, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1297-E1298]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                TRIBUTE TO EAGLE SCOUT LATRELL E. JUAREZ

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 25, 2018

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
congratulate Latrell E. Juarez of Des Moines, Iowa for achieving the 
rank of Eagle Scout. Latrell is a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 40 of 
the Mid Iowa Council.
  The Eagle Scout designation is the highest advancement rank in 
scouting. Approximately

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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. Latrell 
earned more than 40 merit badges and served his troop well with 
leadership and volunteering roles. Latrell's Eagle Scout Project was 
completed for the Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Iowa. He 
designed and built a portable can redemption shed that has raised more 
than $500 for hospitalized veterans at the Des Moines VA Hospital. The 
work ethic Latrell 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 Latrell and his family in the 
United States Congress. I know that all my colleagues in the 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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