Bill > J00781

This resolution congratulates Matthew Rapa on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout, which is the most prestigious honor in Scouts BSA (Boy Scouts of America), earned by approximately 5% of all Scouts. The resolution highlights Rapa's extensive scouting journey, which began in 2013 and included significant achievements such as earning 28 merit badges, participating in four High Adventure Trips (earning the Grand Slam of National High Adventure Award), and completing a notable community service project at John D. Caemerrer Park in Albertson, New York, where he designed a U.S. flag collection box and led park improvements. Throughout his scouting career, Rapa held various leadership positions, including Den Chief, Instructor, Assistant Patrol Leader, and Patrol Leader, and demonstrated commitment to scouting principles. The resolution praises Rapa as a credit to his family, school, community, state, and nation, emphasizing his potential to become a future leader equipped to meet complex societal challenges. Ultimately, the resolution formally congratulates Rapa on his achievement and orders a copy of the resolution to be transmitted to him.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/J781