HR0226 97TH GENERAL ASSEMBLY

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HOUSE RESOLUTION

WHEREAS, The members of the Illinois House of Representatives are pleased to congratulate Jack H. Humes III of Boy Scout Troop 316 of Edwardsville on achieving the notable rank of Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, A Court of Honor Ceremony was held on March 5, 2011 in his honor; and

WHEREAS, His Eagle project was titled "Operation Dog House"; with the help of his troop he built eight dog houses for the Metro East Humane Society; and

WHEREAS, Jack has been active in scouting since the age of 9; he earned a Certificate of Merit for noticing a 3-year old child who was trying to cross a busy street and called the police and ensured the child returned home safely; and

WHEREAS, Jack has obtained numerous merit badges including badges for Advanced Emergency Preparedness, First Aid, Personal Management, Personal Fitness, Swimming, Citizens of the Community, Citizens of the Nation, Citizens of the World, Communications, Environmental Science, Family Life, Camping, Fishing, Truck Transportation, and Wood Working; and

WHEREAS, Jack has held various leadership positions with Boy Scout Troop 316 which include Patrol Leader, Assistant Senior Patrol Leader, Chaplain Aid, Bugler, and currently Scribe; and

WHEREAS, Jack H. Humes III serves as a model of dedication, integrity, and hard work for the people of the State of Illinois; therefore, be it

RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE NINETY-SEVENTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that we congratulate Jack H. Humes III and wish him the best in his future endeavors; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a suitable copy of this resolution be presented as special recognition to Jack H. Humes III as a symbol of our respect and admiration.