[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 158 (2012), Part 2]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 2302]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                     A TRIBUTE TO KALE RYAN RENDER

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, February 27, 2012

  Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate 
Kale Render of Indianola for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.
   The Eagle Scout rank is the highest advancement rank in scouting. 
Only about five percent of Boy Scouts earn the Eagle Scout Award. The 
award is a performance-based achievement with high standards that have 
been well-maintained 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. Kale's 
project included landscaping and renovating Indianola's National 
Balloon Classic Launch Field. The work ethic Kale has shown in this 
project, and every other project leading up to his Eagle Scout rank, 
speaks volumes of his commitment to serving a cause greater than 
himself.
   Mr. Speaker, the example set by this young man and his supportive 
family demonstrates the rewards of hard work, dedication and 
perseverance. I am honored to represent Kale and his family in the 
United States Congress. I know that all of my colleagues in the House 
will join me in congratulating him on obtaining the Eagle Scout 
ranking, and will wish him continued success in his future education 
and career.

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