[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 56 (Thursday, March 27, 2025)]
[Senate]
[Page S1903]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          TRIBUTE TO KIM FAST

 Mr. SCHMITT. Mr. President, I rise today to honor Kim Fast of 
Wright City, MO, for her heroic act of bravery and saving a life.
  On the morning of October 12, 2024, Kim was helping her friend Wright 
City mayor Michelle Heiliger with work in her garage. Suddenly, they 
noticed thick black smoke coming from a neighbor's home. Recognizing 
immediately that their neighbor was likely in danger, Kim rushed toward 
the burning house without hesitation. Upon reaching the garage, Kim 
discovered that the neighbor's wheelchair had caught fire, leaving him 
trapped inside the intensifying blaze. Without regard for her own 
safety, Kim selflessly attempted to rescue him. The smoke was thick, 
the flames were spreading fast, and she was alone--but that didn't stop 
her. When she realized she needed help, she shouted for Mayor Heiliger, 
who immediately ran barefoot to her side, and together, they dragged 
the man out of the burning garage moments before flames fully engulfed 
it. Because of Kim's bravery, that neighbor is alive today. Her 
instinct to act made all the difference. While she would humbly say she 
was just in the right place at the right time, the truth is, not 
everyone would have run into a burning building. But Kim did.
  Kim Fast is truly a Champion of Missouri. She embodies selfless 
service. Her remarkable bravery, compassion, and dedication exemplify 
the highest standards of community spirit. I commend her and wish her 
all the best in her future endeavors.

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