SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 39

	WHEREAS, The Senate of the State of Texas is pleased to 
recognize Marlon Berry of Boy Scout Troop 242 in Houston for 
achieving the rank of Eagle Scout; this fine young man joined the 
elite corps of Eagles recently and will be presented the coveted 
Eagle Badge at a Court of Honor on February 12, 2005; 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, Marlon advanced through the ranks of Tenderfoot, 
Second, First, Star, and Life classes before reaching 
Eagle Scout; and
	WHEREAS, This personable young man displayed leadership 
through planning, developing, and conducting a service project 
that benefited his community; he collected food items and set up 
a food pantry at Zion Hill Baptist Church in Richmond; he is truly 
a shining example to his fellow Scouts and the young people of 
Texas; and
	WHEREAS, By becoming an Eagle Scout, Marlon 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,
79th Legislature, hereby commend Marlon Berry 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 Berry as an expression of esteem from the 
Texas Senate.
                                                                           Ellis




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    President of the Senate
 
    I hereby certify that the 
above Resolution was adopted by 
the Senate on January 25, 2005.



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    Secretary of the Senate



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     Member, Texas Senate