HR159: HR159 Schmidt, Tyler; commend

This resolution is a ceremonial honor passed by the Georgia House of Representatives. It recognizes Tyler Schmidt for reaching the rank of Eagle Scout, describing the rigorous training and skill requirements needed to earn that rank and praising his leadership, honesty, and dedication. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It simply states the House's congratulations and directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for Tyler Schmidt to keep as a personal memento.

• Formally commends and congratulates Tyler Schmidt for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America.
• States findings praising his leadership, honesty, and dedication during his time in the Scouts BSA program.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for distribution to Tyler Schmidt.
• Does not create, amend, or repeal any Georgia statute; it has no regulatory or funding effect.

This resolution directly names and honors one individual, Tyler Schmidt. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is directed to prepare a copy for him.

The resolution has no legal or financial effect on Georgians generally. Its practical outcome is a formal, printed commendation for Tyler Schmidt recognizing a personal achievement, delivered through the Clerk of the House of Representatives.

• The whereas clauses describe the Eagle Scout rank as the most distinguished honor in the Boy Scouts of America and note only one in 97 scouts reaches it.
• The resolved clause formally commends Tyler Schmidt for his diligence in pursuing the Eagle Scout honor.
• A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to make a copy of the resolution available to Tyler Schmidt.

1. 2025-02-04House Read and Adopted (House)
2. 2025-02-04House First Readers (House)
3. 2025-02-04House Hopper (House)

• Mandi Ballinger (R, HD-023)Primary sponsor
• Brad Thomas (R, HD-021)
• Jordan Ridley (R, HD-022)
• Don Parsons (R, HD-044)
• Rick Jasperse (R, HD-011)
• Mitchell Scoggins (R, HD-014)

• Eagle Scout
• Boy Scouts of America
• House resolution
• ceremonial honor