House Resolution 101
By: Representative Williamson of the 112th
A RESOLUTION
Commending and congratulating Kolton Teis Sargent; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Kolton Teis Sargent has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the most
distinguished rank conferred by the Boy Scouts of America; and
WHEREAS, a candidate for the most exceptional award in scouting must complete a
rigorous program of training and demonstrate his proficiency in selected scouting techniques
and the attainment of the highest ideals of scouting; and
WHEREAS, 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; and
WHEREAS, this hard-working young man has demonstrated great leadership skills and
initiative and has truly exhibited a commitment to the scouting principles of honesty and
fairness during his years with the Scouts BSA program; and
WHEREAS, a member of Troop 705 in Monroe, Georgia, Kolton earned the rank of Eagle
Scout by leading the preservation of a historic spring and the creation of hiking trails at the
Union Chapel Church Natural Area; and
WHEREAS, over his six years of scouting, he has earned an additional 32 Merit Badges and
attended four summer camps at Rainy Mountain in Clayton, Georgia, as well as High
Adventure Camps at Florida Sea Base and Philmont Scout Ranch; and
WHEREAS, the perseverance and determination displayed by this exceptional young leader
set an example for all Georgians, and great success is surely in this young man's future.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that
the members of this body commend Kolton Teis Sargent for his diligence and dedication in
pursuing the highest honor awarded by the Boy Scouts of America and congratulate him on
attaining the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized
and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to
Kolton Teis Sargent.