[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 149 (Thursday, September 14, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E848]
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              RECOGNIZING ELIZABETH FUNCHESS, EAGLE SCOUT

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 14, 2023

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
Elizabeth Funchess. Elizabeth is a very special young woman who has 
exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by 
taking an active part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 8G, and 
earning the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout.
  The multiyear journey to the Eagle Scout Award is one of the most 
involved and transformative experiences a young person can have. They 
try new things through the merit badge program, develop confidence in 
the outdoors, practice leadership tactics, and plan, develop and give 
leadership to a service project that benefits their community. For 
Elizabeth's Eagle Scout service project, she, built 2 picnic tables 
that convert into benches for her church to have an outdoor classroom.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Elizabeth 
Funchess for her accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of America and for 
her efforts put forth in achieving the highest distinction of Eagle 
Scout.

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