This resolution officially recognizes the 113th anniversary of the Girl Scouts of the USA, celebrating its founder Juliette Gordon Low and the organization's enduring legacy of empowering girls through leadership and skill-building experiences.
Tammy Duckworth
Senator
IL
This resolution officially recognizes the Girl Scouts of the United States of America on its 113th birthday, celebrating its enduring legacy of empowering girls. It honors founder Juliette Gordon Low and highlights the organization's role in preparing girls for leadership through experiences in STEM, entrepreneurship, and civic engagement. The resolution also commemorates the upcoming release of the Juliette Gordon Low commemorative quarter.
Senate Gives Official Nod to Girl Scouts’ 113th Birthday, Highlighting STEM and Entrepreneurship
This resolution is essentially Congress taking a moment to give a massive, official shout-out to the Girl Scouts of the USA as the organization celebrates its 113th birthday on March 12, 2025. It’s a pure recognition bill, confirming the Senate’s appreciation for the organization's legacy of building character, confidence, and leadership in girls across the country. More than just a birthday wish, the resolution specifically calls out the Girl Scouts’ current focus on preparing girls for the future through programs centered on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), outdoor exploration, and entrepreneurship.
More Than Just Cookies: Honoring the Founder’s Vision
While we might associate the organization with those addictive seasonal cookies, this resolution focuses on the deeper impact. It takes time to honor the founder, Juliette Gordon Low, who started the movement in 1912. The text emphasizes that her original commitment to public service and civic engagement is still woven into the Girl Scout experience today. This isn't just historical trivia; it’s a nod to the fact that the skills learned in scouting—like managing a cookie sale budget or leading a community project—translate directly into the kind of real-world competence needed in the modern workplace.
A Coin and a Congratulation for Future Leaders
The resolution also touches on a very specific, tangible recognition: the upcoming release of a U.S. commemorative quarter featuring Juliette Gordon Low on March 25, 2025. This move is highlighted as proof of the powerful impact girls and women can have, taking a local leader and putting her on U.S. currency. Furthermore, the Senate uses the resolution to officially congratulate all the young women who earned the prestigious Gold Award in 2024. For those outside the organization, the Gold Award is the highest achievement in Girl Scouting, requiring thousands of hours of effort and community service—it’s essentially the equivalent of the Eagle Scout rank, a serious line item on a college application or resume. The resolution closes by encouraging the Girl Scouts to keep pushing forward, championing the ambitions and creativity of the next generation of women leaders.