Senate Resolution No. 1901

BY: Senator MARTINS

CONGRATULATING Rocco Lipari upon the occasion of
receiving the distinguished rank of Eagle Scout, the
most prestigious of Scouting honors, on April 25,
2026

WHEREAS, Rocco Lipari, through his diligence and rigorous efforts,
has achieved Scouting's highest and most prestigious rank, Eagle Scout;
the Eagle Court of Honor ceremony will be held on Saturday, April 25,
2026, at the Clinton G. Martin Recreation Center in New Hyde Park, New
York; and

WHEREAS, Rocco Lipari is a member of Scouts BSA Troop 544; and

WHEREAS, America has achieved its greatest heights of glory through
the dedication, determination and tireless efforts of the outstanding
citizens of this Nation; and

WHEREAS, It is only with the continued diligence and devotion of our
youth, tomorrow's leaders, that America will maintain its glory; and

WHEREAS, Scouts BSA and its members are dedicated to the development
of character and leadership in the youth of this Nation; and

WHEREAS, The highest achievement of leadership in Scouting, earned
by approximately five percent of all Scouts, is the distinguished rank
of Eagle Scout; and

WHEREAS, This outstanding young man has been involved in Scouting
for many years, has lived up to Scouting's ideals and has attained all
the necessary achievements, including completion of a community service
project, which was successfully planned, developed, and executed; and

WHEREAS, For his project, Rocco Lipari planned and executed a bake
sale to raise funds for renovations and upgrades to Little Sprouts
Preschool, which he attended in his youth; and

WHEREAS, The money Rocco Lipari raised was used to purchase two new
playground sets, four play cars, and many new toys; the school's library
was also upgraded and restocked, with 100 new books being donated as a
result of his selfless efforts; and

WHEREAS, Rocco Lipari's dedication to the safety and well-being of
the citizens of New Hyde Park is represented through his project and
demonstrates his devotion to both community and commitment to others;
and

WHEREAS, As he enters the next chapters of his life and is met with
limitless opportunities, Rocco Lipari plans to continue to uphold the
ideals and principles of Scouting America; and

WHEREAS, Rocco Lipari's perseverance in rising through the ranks to
Eagle Scout is a strong indication of his ability to master difficult

tasks; his accomplishment will enable him to emerge as a leader, fully
equipped to meet the challenges of today's complex society; and

WHEREAS, This new Eagle Scout is a credit to his family, his school,
his community, his State and his Nation, and no doubt his future will be
filled with accomplishments of equal importance; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations, in
recognition of the significance of this meritorious achievement, to
congratulate and honor Rocco Lipari on achieving the rank of Eagle
Scout; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to Rocco Lipari.