[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 145 (1999), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16490]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]



A TRIBUTE TO MATTHEW WILLIAM ADKISSON FOR HIS PROMOTION TO THE RANK OF 
                              EAGLE SCOUT

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                        HON. CHARLES A. GONZALEZ

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 16, 1999

  Mr. GONZALEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to offer my sincerest 
congratulations to Matthew William Adkisson, Boy Scout, from San 
Antonio, TX, upon the notification of his advancement to the rank of 
Eagle Scout.
  Boy Scouts are awarded the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout based on 
their faith and obedience to the Scout Oath. The Scout Oath requires 
members to live with honor, loyalty, courage, cheerfulness, and an 
obligation to service.
  In addition, the rank of Eagle Scout is only bestowed once a Boy 
Scout satisfies duties including, the completion of 21 merit badges, 
performing a service project of significant value to the community, and 
additional requirements listed in the Scout Handbook.
  In receiving this special recognition, I believe that Eagle Scout 
Matthew William Adkisson will guide and inspire his peers, toward the 
beliefs of the Scout Oath. I am proud to offer my congratulations to 
Matthew on this respected accomplishment.

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