[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 11187-11188]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING JOSHUA DeLONG

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 3, 2008

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Joshua DeLong 
of Blue Springs, Missouri. Joshua 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 1216, and 
earning the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout.

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  Joshua has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
Scout activities. Over the many years Joshua has been involved with 
Scouting, he has not only earned numerous merit badges, but also the 
respect of his family, peers, and community.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Joshua 
DeLong 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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