[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 3]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 4334-4335]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING JACK KNIPP

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 12, 2014

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
Jack Knipp. Jack

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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 865, and earning the most prestigious award of Eagle 
Scout.
  Jack has been very active with his troop, participating in many scout 
activities. Over the many years Jack 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, Jack has earned the 
rank of Firebuilder in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. Jack has also 
contributed to his community through his Eagle Scout project. Jack led 
fellow members of his swim team in putting together a class for basic 
swim lessons, providing a valuable life lesson to the children he 
taught.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Jack Knipp 
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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