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Tuesday, October 20, 2009

Isakson, Chambliss Praise Passage of Legislation Creating Commemorative Coin for Girl Scouts

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., and Saxby Chambliss, R-Ga., today praised the Senate’s unanimous passage of legislation establishing the minting of a commemorative coin honoring the Girl Scouts of the United States of America.

“Since its humble beginning in Savannah almost 100 years ago, more than 50 million women in America have been a part of the wonderful organization created by Juliette Gordon Low,” Isakson said. “As the world's largest organization dedicated solely to girls, Girl Scouts of the USA empowers girls of all ages to reach their full potential by building courage, confidence and character.”

"Girl Scouts of the USA has taught our nation's young women the value in making a positive impact on their communities and equips them with the skills to do so," said Chambliss. "Juliette Gordon Low formed the Girl Scouts in Savannah almost 100 years ago, and it has grown into the country's most influential organization for young women."

The legislation authorizes the Secretary of the Treasury to mint 350,000 silver coins, which would be issued in 2013, honoring the centennial of the establishment of the Girl Scouts. Money raised through the sale of the coins will go towards Girl Scout program development and delivery.

On March 12, 1912, Juliette Gordon Low organized the first two Girl Scout troops in Savannah, Ga., consisting of 18 members. Today, there are 3.7 million Girl Scouts throughout the United States. The Girl Scouts of the United States of America is the largest voluntary association for women and girls in the United States.

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