[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 47 (Wednesday, March 16, 2022)]
[House]
[Pages H3762-H3763]
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  (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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