A SENATE RESOLUTION HONORING THE GIRL SCOUTS OF THE USA.
Whereas, March 12 marks the 101st anniversary of Girl Scouts of the USA, founded by Juliette Gordon Low in 1912 in Savannah, Georgia; and
Whereas, throughout its distinguished history, Girl Scouting has inspired millions of girls and women with the highest ideals of courage, confidence, and character; and
Whereas, through the Girl Scout leadership experience, girls develop the skills and lessons that will serve them a lifetime so that they may contribute to their communities; and
Whereas, Girl Scouting takes an active role in increasing girls' awareness of the opportunities available to them today in math, science, sports, technology, and other fields that can expand their horizons; and
Whereas, Girl Scouts has shaped the lives of 53% of female senior executives and business owners, 60% of women in Congress, and virtually every female astronaut; and
Whereas, more than 3,000,000 current Girl Scout members nationwide will be celebrating 101 years of this American tradition, with nearly 50,000,000 women who are former Girl Scouts and living proof of the impact of this amazing movement; and
Whereas, in partnership with tens of thousands of adult volunteers, Girl Scouts of North Carolina serves more than 67,000 girl members in all 100 North Carolina counties; Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the Senate:
SECTION 1.  The Senate honors the memory of Juliette Gordon Low for her role in founding the Girl Scouts of the USA and expresses appreciation to the members of the Girl Scouts for their commitment to building girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place.
SECTION 2.  The Principal Clerk shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the Girl Scouts of the USA national headquarters.
SECTION 3.  This resolution is effective upon adoption.