Recognizing James Sheridan

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Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the outstanding contributions that James ``Jay'' Sheridan has made through his work with the Greater Tampa Bay Area Council of Scouting America. Jay Sheridan is currently a Scoutmaster of Troop 148 and the outdoor program Chair for the Greater Tampa Bay Area Council. He volunteers for scouts at least 40 weekends a year. During those weekends, he could be leading his troop camping, helping with a training event, running a target range, cooking in the kitchen or helping with camp maintenance. He oversees all of the outdoor program committees such as camping, target sports and climbing. Jay is responsible for reestablishing the resident camp program for the council which includes driving out to camp on Christmas Day with his family to prepare for winter camp. Jay is a steadfast proponent for getting youth outdoors. He was part of the council COVID response committee which helped keep youth Scouting during the pandemic and is currently chairing the committee for the whole-council camporee this coming year.

It is clear James Sheridan has made a profoundly positive impact on our community, and I am grateful for his service. May we all strive to serve our communities with the same dedication and humility.

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