Georgia CommonsHR 101: Sargent, Kolton Teis; commend
Last action January 29, 2025 · House Read and Adopted
A Georgia House resolution commends Kolton Teis Sargent of Monroe, Georgia, for earning the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor in the Boy Scouts of America's Scouts BSA program.
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In plain language
This resolution from the Georgia House of Representatives honors Kolton Teis Sargent, a member of Troop 705 in Monroe, Georgia, for reaching the rank of Eagle Scout. The text describes his path to the honor, including leading a project to preserve a historic spring and build hiking trails at the Union Chapel Church Natural Area, earning 32 merit badges over six years, and attending multiple summer and high adventure camps. The resolution does not change any Georgia law. It formally states that the House commends and congratulates Sargent, and it directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare a copy of the resolution for him.
What the bill does
- Formally commends and congratulates Kolton Teis Sargent for attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.
- Recounts specific achievements, including his community service project at the Union Chapel Church Natural Area and 32 merit badges earned.
- Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute a copy of the resolution to Sargent.
Who it affects
The resolution directly names Kolton Teis Sargent, a Scouts BSA member from Monroe, Georgia. It also involves the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who is directed to prepare a copy for him, and members of the Georgia House who adopt the resolution.
Why it matters
This is a ceremonial honor rather than a change in law or policy. Its practical effect is limited to a formal, on-the-record recognition from the Georgia House of Representatives and a printed copy of the resolution given to Sargent and his family.
Key provisions
- The whereas clauses describe Eagle Scout as the most distinguished rank in the Boy Scouts of America and note that only one scout in 97 reaches it.
- The resolved clause has the House of Representatives commend and congratulate Sargent for attaining the rank.
- A further resolved clause directs the Clerk of the House to make a copy available for distribution to Sargent.
From the bill
“only one scout out of 97 ever reaches this lofty level of achievement, and Kolton has ably evidenced his aptitude and competency in mastering the various special skills taught through the Scouts BSA program”
Status timeline
- House Read and Adopted (House)
- House First Readers (House)
- House Hopper (House)
Sponsors
- Bruce Williamson (R, HD-112)
Topics
- Eagle Scout
- Boy Scouts of America
- Monroe Georgia
- commendation resolution