[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 1]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 1524]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




        RECOGNIZING MELISSA BOOSMAN FOR ACHIEVING THE GOLD AWARD

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 6, 2008

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Melissa 
Boosman, a very special young woman who has exemplified the finest 
qualities of citizenship and leadership by taking an active part in the 
Girl Scouts of America, Troop 1262, and by earning the most prestigious 
Gold Award.
  Less than 1 percent of all Girl Scouts in the United States earn this 
prestigious award, the highest award in Girl Scouting. It symbolizes 
outstanding accomplishments in the areas of leadership, community 
service, career planning and personal development.
  Melissa has been very active with her troop, participating in many 
Scout activities. Over the many years Melissa has been involved with 
Scouting, she has not only earned numerous merit badges, but the 
respect of her family, peers, and community.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Melissa 
Boosman for her accomplishments with the Girl Scouts of America and for 
her efforts put forth in achieving the highest distinction in Girl 
Scouting, the Gold Award.

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