Bishop and Thompson Introduce Resolution Celebrating 112th Birthday of the Boy Scouts of America

Statement

Today, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (D-GA-02) and Congressman Glenn Thompson (R-PA-15) introduced a resolution celebrating the Boy Scouts of America's 112th birthday.

"No organization has done more to build leadership and character in America's youth than the Boy Scouts of America," said Congressman Bishop. "Successive generations of boys, and now girls, who have promised to do their duty to God and country, to obey the scout law, to help other people at all times, to keep physically strong, mentally awake, and morally straight, are the essence of what has made America great. As one whose life has been impacted by scouting, I am proud to join Congressman Glenn Thompson in honoring and celebrating the noble character and spirit of this great organization."

"I've been involved in Scouting for more than 50 years and I've witnessed first-hand the important principles, values, and lessons that are imparted upon young people and last a lifetime," said Congressman Thompson. "The Boy Scouts of America has played a pivotal role in shaping the leaders of tomorrow and I am honored to offer a resolution commemorating the organization's birthday."

Congressman Bishop is an Distinguished Eagle Scout, and in 2012 was awarded the "Good Scout" award by the National Capital Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America for his years of service as an Eagle Scout and longtime support of the Boy Scouts of America.

Since its founding, more than 18 million young men and women have participated in the Scouting program. The skills developed in scouting help shape the next generation of leaders across all career paths.

Boy Scouts of America was founded on principles aimed to teach those who participate self-reliance, character, ethical decision-making, and civic leadership. It is one of the largest and most influential youth organizations in the United States.

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