78S41347 MW-D

By:  Bohac                                                        H.R. No. 266


R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, William A. Stephens III of Houston has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, and this accomplishment truly merits legislative commendation; and WHEREAS, Receiving the Eagle Scout badge is a significant honor bestowed on only a fraction of those who enter the scouting movement; in the course of meeting the rank's demanding criteria, Mr. Stephens earned the requisite 21 merit badges and completed an Eagle Scout project of benefit to his community; and WHEREAS, The son of proud parents William A. Stephens, Jr., and Kathryn S. Stephens, this fine young Texan has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability throughout his scouting career; he has earned the Arrow of Light award and has ably served his fellow scouts in numerous ways, winning their respect and admiration as he worked toward the highest rank that scouting offers; and WHEREAS, Mr. Stephens is an exemplary student at St. Thomas High School who has earned his place on the honor roll for three consecutive years and is a member of the National Honor Society; active in numerous extracurricular activities, he has participated in the Latin and chess clubs in addition to playing in the school band and lettering in swimming; and WHEREAS, Eagle Scout Stephens' dedication to excellence and his perseverance in the pursuit of his goals have proven him worthy to stand among scouting's elite, and it is most appropriate that he be honored at this time; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 78th Texas Legislature, 4th Called Session, hereby congratulate William A. Stephens III on his receipt of the Eagle Scout insignia and extend to him sincere best wishes for continued success and happiness; and, be it further RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Mr. Stephens as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.