[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 155 (2009), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10219]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                               RYAN JAMES

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 21, 2009

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Ryan James, 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 75, and by earning the most prestigious award of 
Eagle Scout.
  Ryan has been very active with his troop, participating in many scout 
activities. Ryan has shown an extraordinary commitment to scouting as 
evidenced by earning several merit badges. Ryan demonstrated a 
tremendous work ethic in earning his personal merit badge by 
incorporating his own lawn mowing business.
  Ryan's Eagle Scout service project consisted of painting the kitchen 
and fellowship hall of the United Methodist Church in Maryville, 
Missouri. This project continues the long tradition of community 
service established by the Boy Scouts of America.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Ryan James 
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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