[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 12]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 17136-17137]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING DAVID J. SCHMIDLING

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 13, 2012

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
David J. Schmidling. David 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 216, and 
earning the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout.
   David has been very active with his troop, participating in many 
Scout activities. Over the many years David 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, David has 
earned the rank of Brave in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say and has led his 
troop in many capacities, including Webmaster, Librarian, Chaplain's 
Aide and National Youth Leadership Training staff member. ``Swift 
Spirit,'' as he is also known by, has earned 33 merit badges, his 
favorite of which is aviation. David has also contributed to his 
community through his Eagle Scout project. David remodeled and restored 
a playground area at Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Easton, Missouri, 
constructing a playground set and cleaning up the playground area. 
David hopes to continue pursuing his passion for hockey into high 
school, juniors, and college with the hope of becoming a corporate 
pilot.
   Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending David J. 
Schmidling 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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