MS SC583

Celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Boy Scouts of America, founded by Chicago Publisher William Boyce on February 8, 1910

Recognizes Boy Scouts as the nation's foremost youth program for character development and values-based leadership training

Identifies eight Boy Scouts of America local councils operating in Mississippi: Andrew Jackson Council, Istrouma Area Council, Chickasaw Council, Choctaw Area Council, Pine Burr Area Council, Pushmataha Area Council, Southeast Louisiana Council, and Yocona Area Council

Declares February 8, 2010, as "Boy Scouts 100th Anniversary Day in Mississippi"

Directs the resolution to be presented to the Andrew Jackson Council and the National Office of the Boy Scouts of America