H.R. No. 671



R E S O L U T I O N
	WHEREAS, Ryan Thomas Bridges of Houston has earned the 
prestigious rank of Eagle Scout, and this noteworthy achievement 
truly merits special legislative recognition; and
	WHEREAS, In the course of completing the program's demanding 
requirements, Eagle Scout Bridges has shown great judgment, 
initiative, and commitment, traits that will serve him well as he 
faces the myriad challenges of the future; and
	WHEREAS, The son of Liz and Tommy Bridges, Mr. Bridges is a 
valued member of Troop No. 747, which he has served as patrol 
leader, librarian, and troop guide; in addition, this Order of the 
Arrow member has garnered 21 merit badges in a host of diverse areas 
and has also demonstrated outstanding leadership abilities as 
evidenced by the completion of his Eagle Scout project, the 
collection of more than 2,200 nonperishable food items and articles 
of clothing for Mission Yahweh, a local women's shelter; and
	WHEREAS, This well-rounded young Texan is a junior at Spring 
Woods High School, where he is a peer mentor and is active in the 
Spring Woods High School Marching and Symphonic Band and Thespian 
Troupe 127; moreover, he is a member of Spring Woods Baptist Church 
and has served his congregation as the lead guitarist in a youth 
band and by leading a monthly youth program; and
	WHEREAS, Few are able to attain the rank of Eagle Scout, and 
through his resolute dedication to the ideals of the Boy Scouts of 
America, Ryan Bridges has deservedly earned his place among 
scouting's elite; now, therefore, be it
	RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 79th Texas 
Legislature, 3rd Called Session, hereby congratulate Ryan Thomas 
Bridges on his receipt of the Eagle Scout insignia and extend to him 
best wishes for continued success; and, be it further
	RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be 
prepared for Mr. Bridges as an expression of high regard by the 
Texas House of Representatives.

                                                                           Bohac

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                                                       Speaker of the House     

	I certify that H.R. No. 671 was adopted by the House on May 
15, 2006, by a non-record vote.

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                                                     Chief Clerk of the House