[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 47 (Wednesday, March 16, 2022)]
[House]
[Pages H3762-H3763]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
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RECOGNIZING KEIRA D'AMATO ECOGNIZING KEIRA D'AMATO
(Ms. SPANBERGER asked and was given permission to address the House
for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
Ms. SPANBERGER. Madam Speaker, I stand here to recognize the
incredible achievement of Midlothian resident Keira D'Amato.
Earlier this year, Keira broke the American record for the women's
marathon, winning the Chevron Houston Marathon with a 2-hour, 19-
minute, and 12-second finish. For those of you keeping score, that is
24 seconds faster than the previous record set back in 2006.
This new record demonstrates Keira's remarkable resiliency, it shows
her undeniable passion, and it highlights her proven ability to
overcome injuries and adversity.
As a mother of two, Keira is not just a winner, she is an ambassador
for her
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sport. Her enthusiasm is already inspiring the next generation of
Virginia marathon runners.
Today, on behalf of Virginia's Seventh District, I want to
congratulate Keira for making Chesterfield County, central Virginia,
and our entire Commonwealth proud. We are honored to be the home of a
true American champion.
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