[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 14]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages 20636-20637]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING JOEL PRIEST

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 21, 2017

  Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize 
Joel Priest. Joel 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 495, and earning the most 
prestigious award of Eagle Scout.
  Joel has been very active with his troop, participating in many scout 
activities. Over the

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many years Joel 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, Joel has contributed to his community through 
his Eagle Scout project.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Joel Priest 
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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