[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 9 (Wednesday, January 17, 2024)]
[Senate]
[Page S144]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              TRIBUTE TO KEVIN JEFFRIES AND JUSTIN PARRACK

 Mr. SCHMITT. Madam President, I rise today to recognize the 
courageous actions of Kevin Jeffries and Justin Parrack of Springfield, 
MO, who went above and beyond to rescue a distressed driver in their 
time of need.
  While traveling along the highway, Kevin Jeffries and Justin Parrack 
noticed a driver veering off the road into the median, which was later 
understood to be due to an untimely medical emergency. These two 
exemplary men, acting in concert, swiftly entered through the passenger 
side door, brought the car to a halt, administered CPR, and ultimately 
saved the life of the driver.
  In response to their feats of heroism, they have been honored with 
the prestigious Honorary Trooper Award, the highest civilian honor 
bestowed by the Missouri State Highway Patrol. When asked about the 
situation, Kevin Jeffries humbly remarked, ``Thank you, guys, for 
calling me a hero, but I just feel like I'm just Kevin,'' while Justin 
Parrack expressed, ``I wouldn't call myself a hero. I'm just a guy 
doing and trying to do the right thing.''
  Both Kevin Jeffries and Justin Parrack are truly Champions of 
Missouri. The actions of these men are nothing short of heroic. They 
prevented further potential fatalities, injuries, or damages, and, most 
importantly, they saved the life of the driver. I ask my colleagues to 
join me in applauding these two remarkable individuals for their 
selfless and courageous actions.

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