[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 9666]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                        TRIBUTE TO TRAVIS JESKE

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, April 1, 2009

  Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Travis Jeske on earning an Eagle Scout Award. Travis is a 10th grade 
student from South Hardin High School in Eldora, Iowa.
  The Eagle Scout rank is the highest advancement rank in scouting. 
Only about 5% of Boy Scouts earn the Eagle Scout Award. The award is a 
performance based achievement that has maintained similar standards 
over the years. 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. Travis's project was building gate extensions for the Hardin 
County Fair Board, at the Hardin County Fairgrounds in Eldora.
  Travis has been involved in scouting since he was in Tiger Cubs and 
continues to be an active member of the Eldora Boy Scout Troop 334 
today. He has completed over 50 merit badges; 12 of which are required 
to become an Eagle Scout. While in scouts, Travis has earned various 
awards which include: the Bronze Palm, Arrow of Light Award, 50 Miler 
Award, God and Country Religious Award, World Conservation Award and 
various others. Travis is also a Member of Order of the Arrow--
Brotherhood Level and completed the Den Chief Leadership training.
  The example set by this young man demonstrates the rewards of hard 
work, dedication and perseverance. I am honored to represent Travis 
Jeske in the United States Congress. I know that all of my colleagues 
join me in congratulating him on earning an Eagle Scout ranking and 
wish him continued success in his future education and career.

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