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79R12322 SKA-D

By:  Castro                                                       H.R. No. 1075


R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, David A. Marquez de la Plata of Boy Scouts of America Troop 405 of San Antonio has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, and this accomplishment truly merits special recognition; 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. Marquez de la Plata earned the requisite 21 merit badges, including those requiring expertise in aviation, environmental science, and wilderness survival; moreover, he successfully completed an Eagle Scout project of benefit to his community; and WHEREAS, The son of proud father David P. Marquez de la Plata, this fine young Texan has demonstrated outstanding leadership ability throughout his scouting career; in addition to earning the Arrow of Light award, he has served his fellow scouts as senior patrol leader and troop guide, winning their respect and admiration as he worked toward the highest rank that scouting offers; and WHEREAS, Eagle Scout Marquez de la Plata's 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 79th Texas Legislature hereby congratulate David A. Marquez de la Plata on becoming an Eagle Scout 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. Marquez de la Plata as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.