The Boy Scouts of America’s 112th birthday was on February 8th. Since it’s founding, more than 130 million young boys and girls have participated in the Scouting program and learned the values of patriotism, courage, and self-reliance. U.S. Representative Glenn “GT” Thompson recently spoke on the House floor in celebration of the organization’s birthday, so it is shared with you here to enjoy his speech.

You can watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yrVWN65yHcQ Here are some quotes from Rep. Thompson and Rep. Bishop below if you’re interested in reading more about the impact of BSA!

“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,” Rep. Thompson said. “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.” “No organization has done more to build leadership and character in America’s youth than the Boy Scouts of America,” Rep. Bishop said. “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.”