SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 81

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Ryan-Jamal Nelson of Boy Scout Troop 788 in Dallas for 
achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; this fine young man joined the 
elite corps of Eagles recently and was presented the coveted 
Eagle Badge at a Court of Honor; and

	WHEREAS, Few achieve this distinguished honor; only two 
out of every 100 boys in the Boy Scout program attain the rank 
of Eagle Scout; and

	WHEREAS, Following the principles of the Scout oath 
and promise, Ryan-Jamal advanced through the ranks of 
Tenderfoot, Second, First, Star, and Life classes before 
reaching Eagle Scout; and

	WHEREAS, This fine young man displayed outstanding 
leadership through the planning and execution of a service 
project that benefited his community; Ryan-Jamal mulched and 
refurbished the baseball field and play area at Saint Elizabeth 
Catholic School; and

	WHEREAS, By becoming an Eagle Scout, Ryan-Jamal has 
brought great honor to himself, his family, his troop, his 
community, and his state; now, therefore, be it

	RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 
78th Legislature, hereby commend Ryan-Jamal Nelson on 
receiving this prestigious honor and congratulate him on 
his outstanding achievement; and, be it further

	RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution be prepared 
for Eagle Scout Nelson as an expression of esteem from the 
Texas Senate.
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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on January 30, 2003.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate