The American Legion Boys Nation 79th Session
The American Legion believes there is no better way to assure the survival of our republic than to train our young people in the ideals and objectives of American government. By teaching youth to understand and appreciate the basic principles involved in the successful management of a democratic society, America can remain strong and ensure our freedom for future generations.
The American Legion, through its youth activities programs, plays a leading role in the development of tomorrow’s informed, responsible citizens. Programs such as American Legion Boys State and Boys Nation are our finest examples of citizenship instruction for youth.
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State is a unique summertime educational program that does not emphasize classroom lecture and textbook learning. Instead, it focuses on participation and personal experience in a model state, complete with governing bodies and elected public officials. It is designed to mirror the structure and operation of its respective state government.
Boys States select two of their most outstanding participants to represent them each year at American Legion Boys Nation. Conducted in Washington, D.C., it is here that the boys are introduced to the structure and function of the federal government. Actual participation in the political process is highlighted
through the week’s activities to include the organization of party conventions, platforms, the Boys Nation Senate and the nomination and election of a Boys Nation President and Vice President.
The first American Legion Boys Nation (then called Boys Forum of National Government) was held on the campus of American University, Washington, D.C., in August 1946. The 1946 National Convention of The American Legion in San Francisco, Calif., officially adopted it as a major youth activity of The American Legion. In 1949, the name of the program was changed to “American Legion Boys Nation.” Four universities have hosted Boys Nation since its
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inception. From 1946 through 1951, and from 1969 to 1985, the program was conducted at American University. From 1952 through 1967, it was held at the University of Maryland. The site of the 1968 program was Georgetown University. In 1986, the program was moved to its present site at Marymount University in Arlington, Va.
Speakers and presenters at Boys Nation include individuals holding national elected and appointed positions within the federal government, organization and lay leaders of national notoriety and, at times, youth leaders who had previously experienced Boys Nation.
During a visit to Capitol Hill, Boys Nation Senators meet with U.S. Senators and Representatives from their home states. They also participate in
a solemn and dignified wreath laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknowns in Arlington National Cemetery.
Boys Nation has been received by several Presidents of the United States. President Harry S. Truman, a life member of American Legion Post 21 in Independence, Mo., met with senators from 1947 through 1951. President Dwight D. Eisenhower, a life member of James R. Cutler Post 39, Abilene, Kan., met the delegates in 1956 and 1957. President John F. Kennedy, a member of Crosscup-Pishon Post 281, Boston, Mass., met the Senators in the Rose Garden in 1962 and 1963. President Lyndon B. Johnson, a life member of Memorial Highway Post 352, Blanco, Texas, spoke with the Senators in 1967. In 1970 and 1971, the Boys Nation Senators
were addressed by President
Richard M. Nixon, a member of Whittier Post 51, Whittier, Calif. President Gerald R. Ford, a life member of Furniture City Post 258 in Grand Rapids, Mich., spoke to Boys Nation in 1975 and again during the special Bicentennial Boys/Girls Nation program in 1976. In 1980, President Jimmy Carter, a life member of Americus Post 2, Americus, Ga., greeted delegates. In 1984 and also 1986 through 1988, President Ronald Reagan, a life member of Pacific Palisades Post 283, Pacific Palisades, Calif., met with the Boys Nation Senators in the White House. Boys Nation was received by George Bush during his presidency in 1992 and President Bill Clinton, the first graduate of Boys Nation to be elected to the U.S. Presidency, met with the senators each year
of his administration. President George W. Bush met with Boys Nation Senators seven times.
President Barack Obama met with the Boys Nation Senators six times. In 2017 President Donald Trump met with the Boys Nation Senators in the White House Rose Garden. American Legion Boys Nation is a program conducted by the Americanism Commission of The American Legion. Correspondence may be directed to the program by writing: American Legion Boys Nation, P.O. Box 1055, Indianapolis, Indiana 46206 or by email to boysnation@ legion.org
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Congratulations and welcome to American Legion Boys State! American Legion Boys State is among the most highly respected and selective educational programs of government instruction for U.S. high school students. I am confident that you will not be disappointed with your decision to participate in this outstanding citizenship education experience. It will influence life decisions in ways that you may not fully realize until years later.
As one of thousands of young men from throughout the nation selected to participate in American Legion Boys State each year, you will experience government in a practical sense. American Legion Boys State is a leadership action program; one that teaches government and its structure. It proves that government is just what you make it. You will find Boys State to be challenging and sometimes demanding, however, I’m certain you will undoubtedly also find it enjoyable and educational. If this government “…. of the people, by the people, and for the people” is to remain strong, it requires the involvement of its citizens. The onus of preparing for that responsibility now rests squarely upon your shoulders and those of future generations. Since 1935 American Legion Boys State has been prominent in producing young men who, just like you, stepped up to become ready for accepting that responsibility. It is possible that a future mayor, governor, congressman, or even president, may be among those in your class of American Legion Boys State citizens. I make this statement because this program has historically been the springboard for many careers in local, state and federal public service. Regardless of the future career path you follow – politics, education, business, medicine, information technology or so forth – you will develop lasting bonds of friendship with fellow Boys State citizens that will extend well after the formal program has ended.
I wish to again extend my best wishes for an interest-provoking, exciting and very fulfilling 2025 American Legion Boys State experience.
James A. LaCoursiere
American Legion National Commander, 2024-2025
Greetings to American Legion Boys State program directors and chairpersons. Attached to this email is annual information regarding the American Legion Boys State program. You will find a memo imparting a great deal of program information and updates, the National Commander’s annual message to Boys State citizens.
The entire Americanism Commission is immensely grateful for your tireless energy, perseverance, innovation and dedication in developing young citizens of our great nation. Yours in 100% Americanism,
Mark A. Avis
Chairman,
Americanism Commission, 2024-2025
Schedule of Events
Day 1 Friday, July 18
• Delegate arrival at Marymount University
• Political party receptions
• Ice cream social
Day 2 Saturday, July 19
• Welcome assembly and general orientation
• Section meetings
• Oath of office
• Legislative assembly and orientation
• Boys Nation Class of 2015 presentation/ panels
• Party conventions
• Senate committees
• First Boys Nation Senate session
• Visit to the National Mall
Day 3 Sunday, July 20
• Boys Nation memorial service
• Boys Nation Senate sessions
• Senate committees
• Visit to Fort McHenry
• “Legion Night” dinner at Greenbelt American Legion Post 136
• Legislative time
• Section meetings
Day 4 Monday, July 21
• Wreath laying at Arlington National Cemetery’s Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
• Legislative session
• Wreath laying at the World War I Memorial
• Legislative time
• Section meetings
Day 5 Tuesday, July 22
• Visit the U.S. Supreme Court
• Legislative time
• Boys Nation president and vice president debates
• Boys Nation president and vice president elections
• Legislative time
• Section meetings
Day 6 Wednesday, July 23
• Legislative time
• Wreath laying at National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial and tour of Pentagon
• Visit to Joint Base Myer-Henderson for Twilight Tattoo
• Visit to U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial (Iwo Jima Memorial)
• Section meetings
Day 7 Thursday, July 24
• Hill Day visits with members of Congress
• Legislative time
• Section meetings
Day 8 Friday, July 25
• Tour the White House
• Task Force 250 briefing
• Final Boys Nation Senate session
• Banquet dinner
• Graduation and final assembly
Day 9 Saturday, July 26
• Depart for home
DAY 1 Friday, July 18
“In
my 11 years, I’ve never seen a group come together and socialize so quickly. So far tonight, you have the potential to be the best Boys Nation in the history of Boys Nation. So, keep it up.”
Boys Nation Activities Director Clay Ballenger
One year after a global outage impacted and delayed travel to Arlington, Va., all of the senators had safely arrived in time for the opening night ice cream social. The 100 senators representing 49 states and the District of Columbia gathered in the evening for the annual ice cream social, which included rousing karaoke rounds of “Sweet Caroline”, “Take Me Home, Country Roads” and more.
Boys Nation Delegates arrive at Marymount University. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
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DAY 1 Friday, July 18
Delegates meet after their arrival at Marymount University. Photo by Jeric Wilhelmsen
Boys Nation senators and staff at nationalist party meetings. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
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DAY 1 Friday, July 18
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Boys Nation Senators sing karaoke during meetings. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 2 Saturday, July 19
“Going into Boys Nation, I knew I wanted to take a challenge for myself, not only looking at the skills I have, but also just the fact that I’m a dreamer.
“Whenever I see an opportunity to challenge myself, a possibility to further myself in a new situation, I want to take it.”
Dominic Mimbang (GA), after being elected Boys Nation Senator President Pro Tempore.
The senators were sworn into office by National American Legion Legislative Chairman Matthew Shuman and would late go on to elect their President Pro Tempore. They also heard from a group of Boys Nation alums from the Class of 2015 who now work in a variety of fields: the military, law, business and public service. The alums shared how Boys Nation impacted them and has created a network in their professional worlds.
The day closed with a visit to the National Mall.
President Pro Tempore Dominic Mimbang (GA) celebrates the results of the Boys Nation senate elections. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 2 Saturday, July 19
Boys Nation Senators explore the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
Boys Nation senators and counselors assist during a flag lowering ceremony at Marymount University.
Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 2 Saturday, July 19
Boys Nation Senators explore the National Mall in Washington, D.C. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
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DAY 2 Saturday, July 19
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Boys Nation senators attend a flag lowering ceremony at Marymount University. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 3 Sunday, July 20
“Learning about the American flag that we say a pledge to at the start of every session, it just makes it like tying the lesson together about what we’re doing in the Senate.”
Charlies Nelles (AZ), following a visit to Fort McHenry
In addition to the annual visit to Fort McHenry, the senators elected Yamato Lerwill of Salt Lake City, Utah, as senate secretary and then closed the day with the 35-year tradition of “Legion Night” at Greenbelt American Legion Post 136 in Greenbelt, Md. The senators were treated to a pit beef dinner and were given the opportunity to meet American Legion National Commander James LaCoursiere Jr.
Boys Nation senators raise an American flag above Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine.
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DAY 3 Sunday, July 20
American Legion Boys Nation senators explore Fort McHenry. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
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DAY 3 Sunday, July 20
Greenbelt (MD) Post 136 hosted Boys Nation for dinner and camaraderie. Photo by Jennifer Blohm Greenbelt (MD) Post 136 hosted Boys Nation for dinner and camaraderie. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 4
Monday, July 21
“It’s so different being at his actual headstone and being on the ground where he was laid to rest to pay the proper respects. It’s so different because there’s no boundary. I feel much more emotionally connected, to be able to talk to him.”
Stuart Young (OR), after visiting his grandfather’s grave at Arlington National Cemetery
In addition to getting time to walk about Arlington National Cemetery, the senators also took part in a wreath-laying ceremony with American Legion National Commander James LaCoursiere Jr. at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Later that day, they also laid a wreath at the World War I Memorial; later that day, both the Nationalist and Federalist parties nominated their candidates for Boys Nation president and vice president ahead of Tuesday’s elections.
Boys Nation senators attend Changing of the Guard and Wreath Laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery.
Photo by Jennifer Blohm
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DAY 4 Monday, July 21
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Boys Nation senators attend a wreath laying ceremony at the WWI Memorial at Pershing Park. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 4 Monday, July 21
Boys Nation senators attend a Q&A session following the Changing of the Guard and Wreath Laying with one of the Sentinels of the Tomb. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 5 Tuesday, July 22
“Ultimately … I really don’t believe in campaigns. I believe in the truth, and that’s what I came here to do: speak my truth, speak my character as a person. And if it landed me in this position, which it did, then it was meant to be.”
Nick Frazer (AL), elected 2025 Boys Nation Vice President
For just the third time in Boys Nation history, senators from the same state were elected president and vice president. President Luke Lawson and Vice President Nick Frazier both hailed from Alabama, which also pulled off the same feat in 2003. Frazier is legally blind; his service dog Morgan was appointed his Chief of Staff.
Earlier in the day, the senators went offsite to visit the Supreme Court of the United States in Washington, D.C. In addition to checking out exhibits in the main lobby, the senators were allowed into the courtroom itself and given a briefing from a docent in the court’s Curator’s Office.
President Luke Lawson (AL) addresses the Senate after winning the presidential elections. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 5 Tuesday, July 22
Vice President Nick Frazier (AL) wins vice presidential elections
Photo by Jennifer Blohm
Boys Nation senators visit the Supreme Court. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
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Boys Nation senators visit the Supreme Court. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 6 Wednesday, July 23
This is no longer just a bench with a name on it. This is somebody who I can relate to. This is somebody who served their country, and by no fault of their own had their life taken by something they couldn’t control.”
Wade Stohlman (MT), after touring the National 9/11 Pentagon Memorial
The surprise of the day during a tour of the Pentagon, when the senators got 45 minutes listening to and then asking questions of U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.
The senators also joined their counterparts from American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall for Twilight Tattoo and closed the day with a visit to the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial in D.C.
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth meets with Boys Nation senators during a surprise visit at The Pentagon
Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 6 Wednesday, July 23
Students from the American Legion Boys Nation tour the Pentagon. Photo by U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Madelyn Keech Boys Nation senators attend a 9/11 Memorial & Ceremony at The Pentagon. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
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Boys Nation senators visit Twilight Tattoo at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall in Arlington. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
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Boys Nation senators during Twilight Tattoo at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall in Arlington. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
Boys Nation senators during Twilight Tattoo at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall in Arlington. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 7 Thursday, July 24
“I’ve always been a person who has admired and looked up to the legislative branch of government. And it’s always been a bit of a dream for me to one day work here. They feel larger than life. They don’t feel like real people. More like figures.
To see them in person, it’s humbling … and one of the most exciting parts of this program.”
Joe Beauchesne (OH), after meeting with Sen. Bernie Moreno and U.S. Sen. Jon Husted
The bulk of the day was spent on Capitol Hill, as members of both Boys and Girls Nation had scheduled appointments with their members of Congress and their staff. For some senators, it was their first time visiting the U.S. Capitol, which left in awe of the architecture.
Boys Nation and Girls Nation delegates meet with Senator Bernie Sanderson on Capitol Hill. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 7 Thursday, July 24
Boys and Girls Nation Senators from Indiana visit to their state representative’s office on Capitol Hill.
Photo by Jennifer Blohm
Boys Nation and Girls Nation senators meet with Senator John Boozman on Capitol Hill.
Photo by Jennifer Blohm
DAY 8 Friday, July 25
“From the very first night I saw a brotherhood. And I’ve been proud of it. One hundred different people from different household dichotomies, from different political beliefs, all from across the country. And everybody here is unified. And that’s what America is about. I think this group has shown that with flying colors.”
Boys Nation President Luke Lawson, looking back on his Boys Nation 2025 experience
During the final assembly it was announced that longtime Boys Nation volunteer and Special Advisor to the Director Bob Caudell stepping down after 30 years with the program, both as a part of American Legion national staff and as a volunteer. He was honored during the graduation ceremony and offered a heartfelt and tearful goodbye to the program.
Some of the senators’ family members attended the graduation ceremony, which was preceded by a banquet dinner for this year’s program participants.
Earlier in the day, the senators also took a tour of the White House and received a Task Force 250 briefing from Brittany Baldwin, a former White House speechwriter and a member of the task force.
Boys Nation senators tour The White House. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
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Boys Nation senators tour The White House. Photo by Jennifer Blohm
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Nicholas Frazier Alabama Luke Lawson Alabama Aidan Koontz Alaska Tate Tucker Alaska Vedang Chintalapati Arizona Charles Nelles IV Arizona
Ian Lee-Kim Arkansas Isaiah Marshall Arkansas
Beauregard Chiasson California
Frank Diorio California
Brodie Lyle Colorado Luka Nieto Colorado
Shawn Carr Connecticut Jacoby Fry Connecticut Floyd Moore IV Delaware
Giovanni Tiano Delaware
Gabriel Donoghue District of Columbia
Aidan Sokolov District of Columbia
Peyton Kilgore Florida Cole Rewis Florida John Cowley Georgia
Dominic Mimbang Georgia
Sterling Alldridge Idaho
John Morgenstern Jr. Idaho
Joshua Koyfman Illinois
Brendan Ziegenhorn Illinois
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Samuel Louis Indiana Dean Watson Indiana Bronson Beals Iowa James Peng Iowa Tristan Jenkins Kansas Garrett Li Kansas Benjamin Cauley Kentucky Reed Jones Kentucky Khaymen George Louisiana
Alex Guillot Louisiana Taisen Pilotte Maine Henry John Wilson Maine
Erin Alistar Maryland Will Fermaglich Maryland
Roy Mwangi Massachusetts
Zachary Tubbs Massachusetts
Xavier Evoy Michigan
Gabriel Lencioni Michigan
Zander Carbonneau Minnesota Noah Hanson Minnesota Juelz Jordan Mississippi Samanyu Misra Mississippi Cy Griffith Missouri Shrivats Manikandan Missouri Kellen Edward Montana Wade Stohlmann Montana
Reece Santamaria Nebraska Roosevelt Wilken Nebraska Gavin Ashby Nevada
Nathan Kerr Nevada Ryan Casey New Hampshire
Casey Peters New Hampshire
Christopher Kahwaty New Jersey
Vincent Price New Jersey
Carlo Carriere New Mexico
Indio Ward New Mexico
David Brophy New York
Gabriel Rhodes New York
William Clark North Carolina
Connor Wilkerson North Carolina
Zuan Park North Dakota
Kellen Westman North Dakota
Joseph Beauchesne Ohio
Duncan Hass Ohio
Austin Bitting Oklahoma
Alex Kidangathazhe Oklahoma Vibhav Javali Oregon Stuart Young Oregon
Andrew Li Pennsylvania
Luke Zhong Pennsylvania
Quincy Marino Rhode Island
Aidan Quinn Rhode Island Bezaleel Nyamutsaka South Carolina Ross Wilson South Carolina
Lewis Carlyle South Dakota Alexander Smith South Dakota Cooper Castle Tennessee
Ahbi Patel Tennessee
Troy-Jace Balogun Texas Rowan Seipp Texas
Jonathan Lerwill Utah
Josiah Webster Utah Sawyer Garthaffner Vermont
Jacoby Soter Vermont
Paolo Mascola Virgina
Braden Tull Virgina
Asher Larsen Washington
Derek Su Washington Kethan Neginhal West Virginia
Jackson Vanhoose West Virginia
Joshua Mims Wisconsin
Charles Sanderson-Haque Wisconsin
Blake Anderson Wyoming
Charles Frausto Wyoming
Nathan Badger
Madison Section Junior Counselor
Clay Ballenger Activities Director
Jeffrey Bennett Program Manager
Benjamin Birdsell Creative Technology Technician
Joe Bjorkman Assistant Legislative Director
Jennifer Blohm Visual Media Specialist
Mark Brejcha Legislative Director
Corey Brooks Deputy Director
Steven B. Brooks Social Media Manager
Anthony Busatta Adams Section Junior Counselor
Robert K. Caudell Special Advisor to the Director
James Wayne Davis Supply Manager
Nicole Frazier Staff
Eddie Gonet Washington Section Junior Counselor
Jared Harrison Deputy Admin Director
Kenneth Hart Jefferson Section Senior Counselor
Stephen Riley Harvell Madison Section Senior Counselor Harrison Henry Madison Section Junior Counselor
PNC Clarence Hill Director Tanner Mitchell Holden Junior Counselor
Johnny Holmes Assistant Program Manager
John Patrick Honnold Jefferson Section Junior Counselor
Christopher Johnson Adams Section Junior Counselor
Morgan Johnson Past President 2024
Joseph Kearse Washington Section Senior Counselor
Bart Looper Administrative Director
Cash Mark McFadden Washington Section Junior Counselor
Teegan Meyers Creative Technology Technician
William J. Murphy III Assistant Supply Manager Creative Technology Director
Steve Robertson Federalist Party Counselor
Ronald Scott Spears II Jefferson Section Junior Counselor
Norm Steen Adams Section Senior Counselor
Jeric Wilhelmsen Visual Media Specialist
Senate Officers
Dominic Mimbang (GA)
President Pro Tempore
Yamato Lerwill (UT)
Secretary of the Senate
John Morgenstern (ID)
Asst. Secretary of the Senate
Luke Zhong (PA)
Asst. Secretary of the Senate
Ahbi Patel (TN)
Chief Clerk of the Senate
Gabriel Rhodes (NY)
Assistant Clerk of the Senate
Brodie Lyle (CO)
Senate Sergeant-At-Arms
Stuart Young (OR)
Senate Sergeant-At-Arms
Gabriel Lencioni (MI)
Senate Chaplain
Ian Lee-Kim (AR)
Senate Parliamentarian
Committee 1
Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Natural Resources, and Transportation
Chair: Shrivats Manikandan (MO)
Secretary: Duncan Hass (OH)
Junior Counselor: Christopher Johnson
Committee 3
Chair: William Clark (NC)
Secretary: Luka Nieto (CO)
Junior Counselor: Ronald Scott Spears II
Assignment and Calendar Committee
Adams: Isaiah Marshall (AR)
Jefferson: Alex Guillot (LA)
Madison: Gabriel Rhodes (NY)
Washington: Ross Wilson (SC)
Section Spokesperson
Adams: John Crowley (GA)
Jefferson: Roy Mwangi (MA)
Madison: Christopher Kahwaty (NJ)
Washington: Joshua Mims (WI)
Committee 2
Appropriations, Banking, Housing, Urban Affairs, Budget, Finance, and Commerce
Chair: Luke Lawson (AL)
Secretary: Peyton Kilgore (FL)
Junior Counselor: Nathan Badger
Committee 4
Chair: Andrew Li (PA)
Secretary: Luke Zhong (PA)
Junior Counselor: John Patrick Honnold
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The President of Boys Nation may nominate any senator to a position that is appointed by the President of the United States and confirmed by the U.S. Senate. Presidential appointments will be confirmed by a majority vote of the Boys Nation Senate during the final senate session. This list is not exhaustive but meant as a helpful guide.
Presidential Appointments
President Luke Lawson AL
Vice-President Nicholas Frazier AL
Chief of Staff Brodie Lyle CO
Deputy Chief of Staff Aidan Sokolov DC
Executive Secretary John Cowley GA
Department
of State
Secretary of State Rowan Seipp TX
Deputy Secretary of State Jacoby Fry CT
Permanent Representative and Chief of Mission to the United Nations Aidan Sokolov DC
Department of Defense
Secretary of Defense Gabriel Donoghue DC
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Department of Treasury
Secretary of the Treasury Vincent Price NJ
Deputy Secretary of the Treasury Christopher Kahwaty NJ
Treasurer of the United States Samanyu Misra MS
Commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service Nathan Kerr NV
Department of Justice
Attorney General Joshua Koyfman IL
Deputy Attorney General Samuel Louis IN
Solicitor General Bronson Beals IA
Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation Floyd Moore DE
Luka Nieto CO
Chief of Staff of the Army Cooper Castle TN
Chief of Naval Operations Aidan Quinn RI
Chief of the National Guard Bureau Quincy Marino RI
Commandant of the Marine Corps
Brodie Lyle CO
Chief of Staff of the Air Force Wade Stohlmann MT
Secretary of the Army Aidan Koontz AK
Secretary of the Navy Sawyer Garthaffner VT
Secretary of the Air Force Bronson Beals IA
Department of the Interior
Secretary of the Interior Charles Frausto WY
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Department of Agriculture
Secretary of Agriculture Benjamin Cauley KY
Department of Transportation
Secretary of Transportation Giovanni Tiano DE
Deputy Secretary of Transportation Gavin Ashby NV
Department of Commerce
Secretary of Commerce Paolo Mascola VA
Department of Labor
Secretary of Labor Zachary Tubbs MA
Director of the CDC David Brophy NY
Department of Energy
Secretary of Energy Garrett Li KS
Deputy Secretary of Energy Luke Zhong PA
Director of National Intelligence Gabriel Rhodes NY
Director of the Central Intelligence Agency Tristan Jenkins KS
Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency Dean Watson IN
Administrator of the Small Business Administration J.C. Morgenstern ID
Director of the Secret Service
Joshua Mims WI
Department of Health and Human Services
Secretary of Health and Human Services David Brophy NY
Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services Roy Mwangi MA
Surgeon General Shrivats Manikandan MO
Commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration Andrew Li PA
Director of the National Institutes of Health Juelz Jordan MS
Department of Veterans Affairs
Secretary of Veterans Affairs Jackson Vanhoose WV
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Troy-Jace Balogun TX
Department of Homeland Security
Secretary of Homeland Security
Commandant of the Coast Guard
William Clark NC
William Clark NC
Commissioner of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Quincy Marino RI
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Chief Justice of the United States Vedang Chintalapati AZ
Associate Justice Reed Jones KY
Associate Justice Blake Anderson WY
Associate Justice Kellen Edward MT
Associate Justice Quincy Marino RI
Associate Justice Joseph Beauchesne OH
Associate Justice Erin Alistar MD
Associate Justice Will Fermaglich MD
Associate Justice Alexander Smith SD
United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces
Chief Judge Connor Wilkerson NC
Independent Agencies
Chairman of the Federal Reserve Braden Tull VA
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Tate Tucker AK
Chairman for the National Endowment for the Arts Morgan Frazier AL
Director of the Office of Government Ethics Isaiah Marshall AR
Secretary of Education Beauregard Chiasson CA
Deputy Secretary of Education Tristan Jenkins Jacoby Soter KS VT
FBI Director Floyd Moore DE
Policy Director Dominic Mimbang GA
Federalist Party Officers
Convention Chairman Isaiah Marshall AR
Convention Secretary Andrew Li PA
Convention Clerk Joshua Koyfman IL
Convention Parliamentarian Samanyu Misra MS
Sergeant-At-Arms Wade Stohlmann MT
Assistant Sergeant-At-Arms Gavin Ashby NV
Platform Committee Chairman Bezaleel Nyamutsaka SC
Platform Committee Secretary Aidan Sokolov DC
Platform Committee Member Vibhav Javali OR
Platform Committee Member Kethan Neginhal WV
Platform Committee Member Samuel Louis TN
Platform Committee Member Wade Stohlmann MT
Presidential Candidate Luke Lawson AL
Vice Presidential Candidate Kethan Neginhal WV
Party Chairman Isaiah Marshall AR
Party Keynoter Vedang Chintalapati AZ
Campaign Manager Rowan Seipp TX
Campaign Whip Aidan Sokolov DC
Chaplain Giovanni Tiano DE
Presidential Appointments
Nationalist Party Officers
Convention Chairman Zuan Park ME
Convention Secretary Juelz Jordan NJ
Convention Clerk Taisen Pilotte DE
Convention Parliamentarian Vincent Price TX
Sergeant-At-Arms Floyd Moore MA
Assistant Sergeant-At-Arms Troy-Jace Balogun CA
Platform Committee Chairman Roy Mwangi KS
Platform Committee Secretary Beauregard Chiasson NC
Platform Committee Member Garrett Li KS
Platform Committee Member Connor Wilkerson NC
Platform Committee Member Reece Santamaria NE
Platform Committee Member Alex Guillot LA
Presidential Candidate Beauregard Chiasson CA
Vice Presidential Candidate Nicholas Frazier AL
Party Chairman Zuan Park NE
Party Keynoter Vincent Price NJ
Campaign Manager Alex Guillot LA
Campaign Whip Troy-Jace Balogun TX
Chaplain Shawn Carr CT
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Senator State Subject No.
Aidan Koontz AK Digital Immigration Reform Act
Tate Tucker AK Urban Tree Canopy Expansion Act of 2025
Nicholas Frazier AL Life Skills Act
Luke Lawson AL The Federal Marijuana Regulation and Legalization Act SB-31
Luke Lawson AL Resolution to Support the Regulation, Taxation, and Legalization of Cannabis Across All 50 States
Ian Lee-Kim AR Opportunity Visa for Undocumented Immigrants Act SB-35
Isaiah Marshall AR The GIO Act
Vedang Chintalapati AZ Western Water Protection Act
Vedang Chintalapati AZ Resolution to thank you
Charles Nelles IV AZ Realigning Essential Security Efforts and Transparency (RESET) Act
Charles Nelles IV AZ A Resolution Expressing the Thanks and Appreciation SSR-9
Beauregard
Chiasson CA Equitable Educational Funding Act (EEFA) SB-48
Beauregard
Chiasson CA Resolution calling for an end to the executive withholding of public K-12 educational funding
Frank Diorio CA Resolution for Honors and Distinctions for Minority Servicemen & Women
Luka Nieto CO Election Funding Reform (EFR) Act
Brodie Lyle CO Nuclear Economic Reform Determined for Safety (NERDS)
Shawn Carr CT Tom Ziolkowski Unified Curriculum Act (TZUCA)
Shawn Carr CT
Resolution recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to reinstate the Smarter Pretrial Detention for Drug Charges Act
Jacoby Fry CT Reusable Bag Act
Jacoby Fry CT Resolution High School Civic and Political Engagement
Jacoby Fry CT
Gabriel Donoghue DC
Resolution thanking everyone who has helped and or administered Fry of Connecticut to attend both Boys State and Boys Nation programs
Financial Accountability and Investment Restriction (FAIR) Act
Aidan Sokolov DC Shane's Law
Giovanni Tiano DE
An act to encourage a uniform driving re-evaluation for individuals aged 65 and older to improve highway safety
Floyd Moore IV DE Clear Script Act
Floyd Moore IV DE
Resolution for the purpose of expressing gratitude to those who have supported, mentored, and guided Floyd Moore IV, which has led to the opportunity to serve at Boys Nation 2025
Peyton Kilgore FL Public Trust in Congress Act
Peyton Kilgore FL Resolution of gratitude from Kilgore to all who have contributed to his journey
Cole Rewis FL Artificial Intelligence Management Act
Cole Rewis FL Resolution to Thank Florida American Legion Post 296
John Cowley GA Earned Citizenship Act (ECA) SB-51
John Cowley GA
Resolution recognizing the contributions of undocumented immigrants
Senator State Subject No.
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Senator State Subject No.
Dominic Mimbang GA ESOL Educational Equity & Accessibility Act of 2025 SB-32
Dominic Mimbang GA Resolution Condemning the Spread of Graphic and Violent Online Content to Minors and Urging Stronger Safeguards by Tech Platforms
James Peng IA Public Health Awareness and Equity Act
Bronson Beals IA Consecrate Our Colors Act
Bronson Beals IA Resolution recognizing Civil Air Patrol for exemplary service to the United States since its inception in 1941 SSR-6
Bronson Beals IA Resolution expressing gratitude SSR-6
James Peng IA Resolution to express many thanks SSR-49
Sterling Alldridge ID Vaccine Accountability Act SB-16
John Morgenstern Jr. ID Vote First Act SB-37
John Morgenstern Jr. ID Resolution thanking individuals who helped Morgenstern reach American Legion Boys Nation SSR-36
Joshua Koyfman IL Enhanced Firearm Safety Act (EFSA) SB-18
Joshua Koyfman IL Resolution thanking various people and organizations SSR-16
Brendan Ziegenhorn IL National Civics Participation Scholarship Act of 2025
Brendan Ziegenhorn IL Resolution expressing gratitude to Donna Culhane and Eric Ziegenhorn SSR-11
Samuel Louis IN Youth Representation and Financial Empowerment Act SB-24
Samuel Louis IN Resolution to formally recognize several individuals and institutions SSR-51
Dean Watson IN Resolution to thank those who assisted Watson in coming to and succeeding at Boys Nation SSR-47
Dean Watson IN Boys and Girls World Act
Tristan Jenkins KS Servant Leadership Act
Tristan Jenkins KS
Resolution committing to fulfill the American promise in concurrence with our duties to the constitution as Boys Nation senators SSR-39
Garrett Li KS Reporting on Education and Livelihoods (REAL) Act
Benjamin Cauley KY Protecting National Sovereignty and Civil Order Act SB-40
Reed Jones KY Service Academy Athletic Opportunity Act SB-43
Reed Jones KY Resolution condemning the use of the death penalty as form of punishment SR-4
Khaymen George LA Breast Cancer Subsidy Act
Alex Guillot LA
Resolution expressing gratitude to the figures, entities, service, and the United States
Alex Guillot LA Blind Justice Act
Roy Mwangi MA United States Healthcare Act
Roy Mwangi MA Resolution expressing gratitude to those who helped me attain this honor SSR-40
Zachary Tubbs MA Gun Control Reconstruction (GCR) Act of 2025 SB-9
Will Fermaglich MD Secure Skies Act
Erin Alistar MD Small Business Empowerment and Opportunity Act
Erin Alistar MD
Resolution extending gratitude to Maryland American Legion, Elena and Cristi Alistar, and Lewis Fermaglich and Melissa Abrams SSR-54
Henry John Wilson ME Civic Participation Revitalization Act
Taisen Pilotte ME National Roundabout Expansion and Efficiency Act
Henry John Wilson ME
Resolution to thank various individuals and organizations SSR-42
The American Legion 2025 Boys Nation Yearbook
Senator State Subject No.
Gabriel Lencioni MI “Brrrrrrrrrt” Bill - Maintaining the A-10 Warthog Fleet
Xavier Evoy MI National Naloxone Access and Overdose Prevention Act
Xavier Evoy MI) Resolution acknowledging the social, economic, and security threats of artificial intelligence
Xavier Evoy MI Resolution of appreciation and gratitude SSR-38
Gabriel Lencioni MI
Resolution expressing sincere gratitude to parents, the Michigan American Legion, and The American Legion SSR-41
Zander Carbonneau MN Student Free Expression Act
Zander Carbonneau MN A resolution condemning the acts of political violence in Minnesota on June 14, 2025 SR-5
Zander Carbonneau MN Resolution to thank various individuals SSR-1
Noah Hanson MN Resolution to increase the number of nuclear reactors in the United States
Noah Hanson MN Resolution to thank those who have helped Noah Hanson achieve all he has SSR-17
Cy Griffith MO Ensuring Transparency and Honesty in Investments and Campaigns (ETHICs) Act SB-21
Cy Griffith MO Resolution expressing thanks to multiple individuals SSR-33
Shrivats
Manikandan MO Rural Opportunity in Training and Science (ROOTS) Act
Shrivats Manikandan MO Resolution recognizing the need to expand servicebased scholarship opportunities for rural students pursuing healthcare and scientific careers
Shrivats Manikandan MO Resolution thanking Missouri Boys State, Manikandan's parents, and VFW Adair Post 2508 SSR-56
Samanyu Misra MS The Artificial Intelligence Education, Innovation, and Regulation Act (AIEIRA)
Juelz Jordan MS Teen Telehealth Equity Act of 2025
Kellen Edward MT Shelter For the Brave Act SB-47
Kellen Edward MT
Resolution to thank the people who helped Kellen Edward attend Boys Nation SSR-37
Wade Stohlmann MT Ethical Adoption Support Act SB-20
Wade Stohlmann MT What the Flag Means SSR-2
Connor Wilkerson NC Federal Equitable Relief and Due Process Protection Act
William Clark NC
Resolution expressing gratitude to those who have supported, mentored, and guided William Clark throughout his life and journey which has led to the opportunity to serve at Boys Nation 2025
SR-2
Zuan Park ND Pollinator Protection and Neonic Reduction Act of 2025 SB-25
Zuan Park ND Life Without the Possibility of Parole Prohibition
Zuan Park ND
Resolution expressing gratitude to the peers, mentors, family members, and administration who contributed to the success of Zuan Park SSR-13
Kellen Westman ND Immigration Due Process Protection Act SB-30
Reece Santamaria NE Fair Inmate Compensation and Reentry Support Act SB-39
Reece Santamaria NE
Roosevelt Wilken NE
Roosevelt Wilken NE
Resolution to thank all the people who have helped me on my Journey
SSR-44
Resolution to thank Nebraska for existing SSR-52
Resolution to amend the Constitution regarding the electoral college
Senator State Subject No.
The
Ryan Casey NH Veteran Health Act
Ryan Casey NH
Resolution to thank the many individuals who have supported and guided Ryan Casey
Casey Peters NH AED Accessibility
Casey Peters NH
Resolution to thank the entirety of New Hampshire Boys State, Governor Ayotte, and most importantly my parents, Susan and Matthew Peters
Vincent Price NJ Resolution expressing support for the honorable service and exemplary conduct of Christopher Kahwaty Carlo Carriere NM
Indio Ward NM AI Transparency and Disclosure Act
Transparent Reporting Using Secure Trusts (TRUST) Act
Gabriel Rhodes NY Resolution acknowledging the rise of sea levels (RISE)
Gabriel Rhodes NY Resolution thank you
Joseph Beauchesne OH Fund Our National Parks Act
Duncan Hass OH Immigration Reform and Border Security Act of 2025
Duncan Hass OH
Resolution to thank the schoolmates, family members, friends, teachers, and mentors for contributing to the success of Duncan Hass’s attendance and success at the American Legion’s Boys Nation
Austin Bitting OK
Alex Kidangathazhe OK
Alex Kidangathazhe OK
Strengthening America’s economy through a solid family, community, and national foundation
National Commission on Strategic Technology Innovation Act of 2025
Indio Ward NM
Resolution honoring and expressing gratitude to those who have supported, loved, raised, taught, and put up with Ward throughout his life journey, which led him to the opportunity to serve at Boy's Nation 2025 and represent the beautiful state of New Mexico
Alex Kidangathazhe OK
Resolution expressing concern about the sale of key chip technologies
Resolution to give thanks for all those who have guided, mentored, and supported Alex Kidangathazhe throughout his life and along the journey that led to him serving as a Boys Nation and Oklahoma Boys State Governor
Stuart Young OR Nuclear Power Incentive Act
Vibhav Javali OR
Disclosure and Empowerment for Money Oversight in Campaigns, Reform, and Accountability to Citizens and Youth (DEMOCRACY) Act
The
Vibhav Javali OR
Resolution thanking Oregon Department of the American Legion, Crescent Valley High School, Sen. Javali's mother, and Sen. Javali's father for their support, sacrifice, and commitment to the American dream
Andrew Li PA Campus Safety and Survivor Support Act
Andrew Li PA Resolution condemning violence against civilians, especially children, in the Middle East
Andrew Li PA Resolution expressing gratitude for all who shaped Andrew Li’s experience as a 2025 Boys Nation from Pennsylvania SSR-3
Luke Zhong PA Resolution condemning funding cuts to critical weather and natural disaster preparedness
Luke Zhong PA The Deepfake Accountability and Transparency Act (DATA)
Aidan Quinn RI Mental Health for Veterans who Enlisted (MHVE) Act
Quincy Marino RI The National Athletic Trainer Access Act (NATAA)
Aidan Quinn RI Resolution thanking individuals and organizations
Ross Wilson
Lewis Carlyle
Lewis Carlyle
Alexander Smith
Student Centered Learning and Wellness Pilot Act
Resolution recognizing the growth, unity, and enduring values shared at the 2025 Boys Nation
Resolution to repeal the 17th Amendment
Alexander Smith SD Resolution expressing gratitude to Justin and Molly Smith, parents of Alexander Smith SSR-21
Senator
Ahbi Patel TN
Private Health Insurance Regulation Reform Act
Cooper Castle TN The Fiscal Responsibility, Oversight, and National Efficiency Act (FRONEA) SB-14
Cooper Castle TN
Resolution to acknowledge the triune God as the foundation of national life and restore moral order in America SR-1
Cooper Castle TN Resolution of gratitude to thank various individuals SSR-29
Troy-Jace Balogun TX
Troy-Jace Balogun TX
Rowan Seipp TX
Rowan Seipp TX
Housing Opportunity and Poverty Elimination (HOPE) Act SB-56
Resolution extending heartfelt gratitude to his parents, family, and to American Legion Post 10 SSR-14
Allied Semiconductor Production and Investment for Resilient Economies (ASPIRE) Act SB-6
Resolution in support of the sovereignty of Ukraine and condemnation of Russian aggression SSR-34
Rowan Seipp TX Resolution thanking many individuals
Josiah Webster UT
The Gun Use Authentication, Regulation, and Determination in Accordance with Necessary (GUARDIAN) Act
Jonathan Lerwill UT Thorium Nuclear Energy Act
Jonathan Lerwill UT Resolution expressing gratitude to the Utah Boys State program and Doug Case SSR-32
Braden Tull VA Right to IVF Act SB-15
Braden Tull VA
Resolution expressing gratitude to those who have supported Tull of Virginia throughout his journey to and during American Legion Boys Nation SSR-28
Paolo Mascola VA Raising Ethical Guidelines for the Use and Leveraging of AI Tools in Elections (REGULATE) Act
Paolo Mascola VA Resolution thank many individuals SSR-26
Jacoby Soter VT Education Funding Equity Act
Sawyer Garthaffner VT Congressional Tariff Oversight Act
Jacoby Soter VT Resolution recognizing the Green Mountain Boys State for its continued support and friendship toward Jacoby Soter and Sawyer Garthaffner
Derek Su WA Truck Parking Creation Act
Asher Larsen WA Wrongful Detention Redress Act
Asher Larsen WA Resolution of appreciation for impactful individuals and organizations
Joshua Mims WI Walk It Like We Talk It
Joshua Mims WI
Charles SandersonHaque WI
Resolution recognizing the city of Knowles of Carpenter County and the Blaine Boys of Cameron County of the Badger Boys State
Resolution to thank Bill Cosh, Trent Benishek, and Chris Eckheart for their dedication and service to the Badger Boys State program
Kethan Neginhal WV Pacific Peace and Deterrence Act
Kethan Neginhal WV Resolution to align U.S. arms transfers with democratic values and defensive conduct
Kethan Neginhal WV Resolution expressing gratitude
Jackson Vanhoose WV Senior-Citizens Driving Act
Jackson Vanhoose WV Resolution expressing appreciation to various organizations, individuals, and country
Blake Anderson WY
Charles Frausto WY
Charles Frausto WY
A Constitutional Amendment to Overturn Citizens United v. FEC
Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) Labeling Act of 2025
Resolution promoting mental health awareness and care accessibility across the United States
Senator State Subject No.
Senator State Subject No.