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(Continued from Page 1) ers,” said Payton, from Girl Scout Junior Troop 40042.

The day wrapped up with the Girl Scouts participating in a Make-A-Law! program, provided by the Office of Legislative Services Tour Office. The Girl Scouts had the opportunity to deliberate a piece of pending legislation as mock senators. They considered opposing arguments and developed reasoned conclusions before voting on the issue.

“The day was very fun and we learned about how bills get turned into laws, our democracy and got to debate a bill. It was very fun,” said Angela from Girl Scout Junior Troop 40903.

“I loved being recruited as a soldier to Washington’s Revolutionary Army and then being elected as a state senator to pass laws,” said Becca, from Girl Scout Junior Troop 45012. “Our visit to the Old Barracks and the NJ Statehouse was fun!”

“To be toured through the State House, learning so many things, by intelligent and inspiring women, won’t be something these Girl Scouts will soon forget,” Muldoon said. “I wish that when I was a fourth-grader someone told me that I already had a voice, that it mattered and to go ahead and use it.”

The Girl Scouts of Cranford boasts more than 1,139 Girl Scout members in 71 troops and Juliettes, making it one of the largest non-profit organizations in town. The Cranford Service Unit is a part of the Girl Scouts Heart of New Jersey Council, which is part of the Girl Scouts of the USA. If your family is interested in learning more about local Girl Scouts or to find out more information on the Girls Scouts of Cranford, visit www.cranfordgirlscouts.com.