The 2025 Assembly Joint Resolution 142 celebrates the 115th anniversary of Scouting America, highlighting its significance as the largest voluntary youth movement globally, with over 60 million participants. Originally founded as the Boy Scouts of America in 1910, the organization has evolved to include girls and young women, promoting core values such as duty to God and country, personal honor, and community service. The resolution notes the substantial impact of Scouting in Wisconsin, where over 31,000 youths and 13,000 volunteers contribute significantly to their communities, including the collection of over 406,000 pounds of food through the Scouting for Food program.
The resolution expresses the Wisconsin Legislature's support for Scouting America and encourages citizens and organizations to recognize and uphold the values instilled through the Scout Oath and Law. It emphasizes the organization's role in developing responsible citizens and leaders, as evidenced by the achievement of over 655 Eagle Scout badges in 2024. The resolution concludes with a directive for the assembly chief clerk to transmit a copy to Scouting America in Wisconsin, reinforcing the state's commitment to the principles and traditions of Scouting.