H.C.R. 5 Enrolled

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CONCURRENT RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING
2 THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BOY
3 SCOUTS OF AMERICA
4 2010 GENERAL SESSION
5 STATE OF UTAH
6 Chief Sponsor: Bradley M. Daw
7 Senate Sponsor: John L. Valentine
8 Cosponsors:
9 Douglas C. Aagard
10 Sheryl L. Allen
11 Johnny Anderson
12 Roger E. Barrus
13 Trisha S. Beck
14 Ron Bigelow
15 Jim Bird
16 Laura Black
17 Melvin R. Brown
18 Rebecca Chavez-Houck
19 David Clark
20 Tim M. Cosgrove
21 Brad L. Dee
22 John Dougall
23 Jack R. Draxler
24 Susan Duckworth
25 James A. Dunnigan
26 Rebecca P. Edwards
27 Ben C. Ferry
28 Janice M. Fisher
29 Julie Fisher
30 Lorie D. Fowlke
31 Craig A. FrankGage Froerer
Kevin S. Garn
Francis D. Gibson
Kerry W. Gibson
James R. Gowans
Richard A. Greenwood
Keith Grover
Neil A. Hansen
Wayne A. Harper
Lynn N. Hemingway
Neal B. Hendrickson
Christopher N. Herrod
Gregory H. Hughes
Fred R Hunsaker
Eric K. Hutchings
Don L. Ipson
Brian S. King
Todd E. Kiser
Bradley G. Last
David Litvack
Rebecca D. Lockhart
Steven R. Mascaro
John G. Mathis
Kay L. McIffRonda Rudd Menlove
Michael T. Morley
Carol Spackman Moss
Merlynn T. Newbold
Michael E. Noel
Curtis Oda
Patrick Painter
Marie H. Poulson
Kraig Powell
Paul Ray
Phil Riesen
Stephen E. Sandstrom
F. Jay Seegmiller
Jennifer M. Seelig
Kenneth W. Sumsion
Evan J. Vickers
C. Brent Wallis
Christine F. Watkins
R. Curt Webb
Mark A. Wheatley
Ryan D. Wilcox
Larry B. Wiley
Carl Wimmer
Bill Wright 32
33 LONG TITLE
34 General Description:
35 This concurrent resolution of the Legislature and the Governor recognizes the 100th
36 Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America.

37 Highlighted Provisions:
38 This resolution:
39 . recognizes the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America and expresses
40 appreciation for the service and character building that the organization has
41 provided through its dedication to the youth of Utah.
42 Special Clauses:
43 None
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45 Be it resolved by the Legislature of the state of Utah, the Governor concurring therein:
46 WHEREAS, in 1909, a Chicago publisher named William Boyce became lost in a
47 London fog and found his way out of it with the aid of a young boy, and when he tried to pay
48 the boy a schilling for his help, the boy replied that a Scout doesn't take payment for "doing a
49 good turn";
50 WHEREAS, Boyce, who had never heard of Scouts, was so intrigued that he learned
51 all about the British program and when he returned to America, he helped create the Boys
52 Scouts of America (BSA);
53 WHEREAS, founded as an outlet to prepare eligible youth in America to become
54 participating citizens and leaders, the BSA has more than fulfilled its mission;
55 WHEREAS, since its founding, the Boy Scouts of America has been at the forefront of
56 instilling timeless values in youth;
57 WHEREAS, today, the Boy Scouts of America is the largest youth service organization
58 in America, with nearly 3 million members learning responsible citizenship, character
59 development, and self-reliance through participation in a wide range of outdoor activities,
60 educational programs, and career-oriented programs in partnership with community
61 organizations;
62 WHEREAS, the 100th Anniversary is the nucleus around which the BSA can rally to
63 strengthen scouting in every town and city throughout the nation;
64 WHEREAS, this national youth movement has made serving others through its

65 values-based program its mission;
66 WHEREAS, scouting in Utah is served by the Trapper Trails Council, headquartered
67 in Ogden, serving youth from Logan to Kaysville; the Great Salt Lake Council, headquartered
68 in Salt Lake City, serving youth from Kaysville to Herriman; and the Utah National Parks
69 Council, headquartered in Orem, serving youth from Lehi to St. George;
70 WHEREAS, the BSA's purpose is simple: to build the character and integrity of
71 America's youth and prepare them to become responsible adults who are leaders and who
72 participate in society according to the Scout Oath and Law;
73 WHEREAS, the mission of the BSA is to prepare youth to make ethical and moral
74 choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law;
75 WHEREAS, the Oath and Law are founded on trustworthiness, loyalty, bravery, and on
76 values that put community and family first;
77 WHEREAS, the Scout Oath teaches duty to God, country, and self;
78 WHEREAS, the twelve points of the Scout Law, trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly,
79 courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent, describe how to live a
80 life of honor;
81 WHEREAS, this familiar list is more than just the description of a Scout -- it is the
82 epitome of a volunteer;
83 WHEREAS, the Scout Slogan, "Do a Good Turn Daily," stems from how American
84 Scouting came to be and continues to be centric to the overall program because it gives every
85 Scout a chance to serve others;
86 WHEREAS, the BSA celebrates this legacy as it reaffirms its commitment to inspire
87 and prepare future generations of leaders;
88 WHEREAS, scouting has brought families and communities together for 100 years to
89 prepare America's youth to live, work, and play with character and integrity;
90 WHEREAS, scouting is as vital and relevant today as it was when it was originally
91 founded;
92 WHEREAS, the 100th Anniversary Celebration of the BSA is a once-in-a-lifetime

93 opportunity to raise awareness of the value of scouting and engage more youth and volunteers
94 in scouting activities;
95 WHEREAS, in 2006, the BSA conducted a study on the values of Americans -- a
96 Study of Ethics and Character -- which showed that scouting continues to make a positive
97 impact on the lives of youth;
98 WHEREAS, Scouts show higher self confidence, leadership skills, and a greater
99 interest in helping others than youth who are not Scouts;
100 WHEREAS, today, more than ever, America needs volunteers to address the issues
101 youth and families face today, such as hunger, inadequate shelter, and poor health, by
102 developing a strong sense of personal mission and purpose, and showing a great interest in
103 helping others;
104 WHEREAS, the Boy Scouts of America is committed to helping millions of youth
105 succeed by providing the support, friendship, and mentoring necessary to live a happy and
106 fulfilling life;
107 WHEREAS, Utah's three Boy Scout Councils, consisting of 14,794 scout units, are
108 celebrating Scouting's 100th anniversary with the theme "Celebrating the Adventure,
109 Continuing the Journey"; and
110 WHEREAS, in Utah, more than 91,000 volunteer leaders help make scouting
111 adventures possible for more than 197,000 youth members who participate in the scouting
112 program:
113 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature of the state of Utah, the
114 Governor concurring therein, recognize the 100th Anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America
115 and express their appreciation for the service and character building that the organization has
116 provided through its dedication to the youth of Utah.
117 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this resolution be sent to the Boy Scouts
118 of America, the Trapper Trails Council, the Great Salt Lake Council, and the Utah National
119 Parks Council.