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Congratulating Andrew Rodriguez

Floor Speech

Date: March 12, 2024
Location: Washington, DC

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Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Andrew Rodriguez, a Savannah Eagle Scout who is the first in the United States to achieve all five religious patches awarded from the National Catholic Committee on Scouting.

At the age of 5, Andrew recognized his interest in the Boy Scouts of America. Currently, the 15-year-old high school sophomore has continued as a Scout but believes that his participation has much more tremendous value beyond earning badges and medals. Being in Boy Scouts has given Andrew a community of lifelong friendships and skills that he can carry into his adult life.

Andrew is on the right path to being an influential leader in his community. As I said, he is the first Scout to earn all five of these religious patches, which are not required. It is young people who go above and beyond like Andrew who are destined to lead.

I thank Andrew for setting a good example for his peers, and I congratulate him on this amazing achievement.

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