[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 141 (Tuesday, November 18, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1625]
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                          HONORING KATHY HECHT

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                          HON. JASON T. SMITH

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 18, 2014

  Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Kathy Hecht 
of Jackson, Missouri for her exemplary achievements and impact on the 
community.
  In June 2005, Ms. Hecht bought Boothill Area Rapid Transportation 
(BART), a shuttle service that provides transportation to and from the 
St. Louis airport. She strategically manages 38 drivers as well as 5 
full time and 2 part time employees. Furthermore, she offers free 
transportation to veterans taking Honor Flight trips to express 
appreciation for their service.
  Ms. Hecht has taken on prominent roles in the Missouri community. For 
instance, she became a member of the Chambers of Commerce in each of 
the regions BART does business in. She also joined the Advisory Board 
of Directors for the Bank of Missouri, the only woman serving on this 
board. However, the achievement she is most proud of was her decision 
to fold her 18 year-long career in education to open her own business 
in order to become more accessible to her family.
  Kathy Hecht's service to the state of Missouri has been truly 
admirable and has benefited our community greatly. Her selfless 
decision to be a full time parent is also highly admired by her family 
and those closest to her. It is my pleasure to recognize her efforts 
and achievements before the House of Representatives.

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