HJR97 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Barbara DrummondRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Girl Scout Gold Award, 100th anniversary, and girl scouts, commended

Summary

A House Joint Resolution congratulates the 100th anniversary of the Girl Scout Gold Award and recognizes the Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama and the Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama.

What This Bill Does

This resolution celebrates the 100-year milestone of the Girl Scout Gold Award and acknowledges its role in developing leadership and service among girls in Alabama. It notes that the Gold Award is earned by girls in grades 9-12 who identify a community need, design a solution, complete a project, and sustain its impact. It directs that copies of the resolution be presented to Dr. Liz Brent, CEO of the Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama, and Karen Peterlin, CEO of the Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama, with best wishes for continued success.

Who It Affects

• Girls in Alabama who have earned or may earn the Girl Scout Gold Award, recognizing their achievements and potential
• Girl Scouts of Southern Alabama and Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama, whose leaders receive the resolution and are recognized in the measure

Key Provisions

• Recognizes the centennial of the Girl Scout Gold Award and celebrates its history and impact in Alabama
• Describes the Gold Award as the highest honor in Girl Scouting and outlines its requirements (identify a community need, design a solution, complete a project, and sustain its benefits)
• Acknowledges that Gold Award recipients gain leadership and civic engagement benefits and are among a selective group
• Directs that copies of the resolution be presented to Dr. Liz Brent and Karen Peterlin with best wishes for continued success

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Subjects

Resolutions, Congratulatory