House Resolution 1883
By: Representatives Tarvin of the 2nd and Cameron of the 1st
A RESOLUTION
Commending and congratulating Halen Christopher Poole; and for other purposes.
WHEREAS, Halen Christopher Poole has attained the rank of Eagle Scout, the most
distinguished rank conferred by the Boy Scouts of America, as a member of Troop 1 in
LaFayette, Georgia; 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 0.3 percent of the total population reaches this lofty level of achievement,
and Halen has ably evidenced his aptitude and competency in mastering the various special
skills taught through the Scouts BSA program; and
WHEREAS, Halen earned 50 merit badges and completed a major service project by making
fish attractors for LaFayette City Lake and built a kiosk with a map of where the fish are
located; and
WHEREAS, this hard-working young man has demonstrated great leadership skills and
initiative during his years with the Scouts BSA program; and
WHEREAS, an outstanding Georgian, Halen has truly exhibited a commitment to the
scouting principles of honesty and fairness and has consistently conducted himself in a
manner becoming of an Eagle Scout; and
WHEREAS, the perseverance and determination displayed by this exceptional young leader
sets 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 Halen Christopher Poole 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 Halen
Christopher Poole.