[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 157 (2011), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 11222-11223]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING NICHOLAS STEPHENS

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 14, 2011

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
Nicholas Stephens. Nicholas is a very special young man who has 
exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by 
taking an active

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part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 337, and earning the most 
prestigious award of Eagle Scout.
  Nicholas has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
scout activities. Over the many years Nicholas has been involved with 
scouting, he has not only earned numerous merit badges, but also the 
respect of his family, peers, and community. Most notably, Nicholas has 
contributed to his community through his Eagle Scout project.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Nicholas 
Stephens 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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