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This resolution recognizes Peyton Bolling, an eighteen-year-old from Rogers, Arkansas, who made history as the first Arkansas contestant to win the Miss America's Teen competition in January 2025. The resolution highlights Bolling's numerous achievements, including her work as a United States Senate Page, her creation of the "Civics in Motion" initiative to promote government engagement, and her academic excellence with a 4.2 GPA. As the daughter of a United States Marine Corps Colonel, Bolling has developed a deep understanding of military family sacrifices and a strong passion for civic participation. She has been involved in various leadership roles, including serving as All Student Body Vice President at Bentonville High School, being named an AP National Scholar with Distinction, and winning several awards such as the National Dancemaker Scholarship. The resolution emphasizes her commitment to community service, her work with organizations like Best Buddies International and the American Heart Association, and her future goals of pursuing a political science degree and eventually a law degree at the University of Arkansas with the aim of contributing to American governance. The House of Representatives formally recognizes Bolling's achievements and resolves to present her with a copy of the resolution.

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