Virginia 2024 Regular Session

Virginia House Bill HJR140

Introduced
2/6/24  
Engrossed
2/12/24  
Enrolled
2/15/24  

Caption

Commending Troop 710 of the Boy Scouts of America.

Impact

The resolution serves to honor not only the accomplishments of the individual scouts but also the collective efforts of Troop 710 and its leadership. This recognition reinforces the value of scouting in promoting positive youth engagement and community service, emphasizing the constructive role that local organizations like Troop 710 play in the development of young individuals. The recognition may encourage other youth organizations to strive for similar achievements and boosts the morale of the scouting community as a whole.

Summary

HJR140 is a resolution commendations Troop 710 of the Boy Scouts of America for achieving the significant milestone of awarding its 100th Eagle Scout in 2023. This commendation highlights the troop's role in fostering youth development and community involvement through its various programs. With approximately 40 active members, Troop 710 has made notable contributions to the character development of these youths through services, camping, and leadership activities critical to the scouting experience.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HJR140 is overwhelmingly positive, focusing on the achievements and contributions of Troop 710. Legislators and community members appear supportive of the resolution, recognizing the importance of youth organizations in shaping responsible, engaged citizens. The resolution aligns with broader societal values that emphasize the importance of community, service, and leadership development in young people.

Contention

There do not appear to be significant points of contention related to HJR140. The resolution is widely supported and acknowledged as a positive recognition of the troop’s impact on the community and its members. However, it does reflect underlying themes in the legislative recognition process about the importance of local achievement and its representation at the state level, which could generate discussions on future resolutions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

VA HR293

Commending Boy Scout Troop 1344.

VA J01595

Commending Scouting America upon the occasion of celebrating its 116th Anniversary on February 8, 2026

VA HR26

Congratulating Bryleah N. Collins of Scouting America Troop No. 1105 in Mont Belvieu on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

VA H5467

Spencer Price Eagle Scout

VA HR874

Congratulating Landon Isaiah Bogar, Greyson Alec'Zander Baskin, and Carl Jude Jackson of Scouting America Troop No. 212 in Houston on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

VA H3825

Jackson Benton Eagle Scout

VA J01796

Congratulating Owen Lambert upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on March 22, 2026

VA HR512

Congratulating Caleb Gomez of Scouts BSA Troop No. 128 in Buda on attaining the rank of Eagle Scout.

VA J00947

Congratulating Adittya Nischal upon the occasion of receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the most prestigious of Scouting honors, on May 17, 2025

VA HR873

Congratulating Simon Bejarano, Jimmie Lee Finister III, Matthew Huntington Fisk, Climon Leroy Hall Jr., and William Coltrane Mouton of Scouting America Troop No. 242 in Houston on achieving the rank of Eagle Scout.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.