H.R. No. 779

R E S O L U T I O N

WHEREAS, Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 8 in Dallas boasts a long record of commendable service, and members of the troop are gathering at the Capitol on March 13, 2013, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the troop's founding; and

WHEREAS, Chartered by Oak Cliff United Methodist Church in 1913, Troop 8 is the oldest continuously functioning troop within Circle Ten Council; over the years, the troop has touched the lives of countless boys by providing an educational program that builds character, develops personal fitness, and trains youth in the responsibilities of citizenship, and its many distinguished alumni include doctors, attorneys, bankers, and law enforcement officers; and

WHEREAS, Accompanied by Tom Bohanan, who has served as scoutmaster for more than 50 years, members of Troop 8 will have a chance to tour the Capitol and learn more about the legislative process and the role that state government plays in meeting the needs of Texas and its citizens; and

WHEREAS, Since its inception, Troop 8 has provided neighborhood youth an opportunity to discover and enjoy the outdoors, expand their knowledge of myriad subjects, gain valuable leadership skills, and perform significant community service; it has, in short, made the world a better place, one scout at a time; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 83rd Texas Legislature hereby congratulate Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 8 of Dallas on its 100th anniversary and commend the many individuals who have worked to support this fine organization during its century of service; and, be it further

RESOLVED, That an official copy of this resolution be prepared for Boy Scouts of America Troop No. 8 as an expression of high regard by the Texas House of Representatives.

Alonzo

______________________________ Speaker of the House

I certify that H.R. No. 779 was adopted by the House on March 11, 2013, by a non-record vote.

______________________________ Chief Clerk of the House