[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 105 (Tuesday, June 23, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H4195]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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                        RECOGNIZING SIMONE KELLY

  (Ms. MEJIA asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. MEJIA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the courage and 
selflessness of Simone Kelly of South Orange, New Jersey.
  During the New York Knicks championship parade, amongst a crowd of 2 
million fans, Simone noticed a man climbing onto a roof of a subway 
station entrance. He was wobbling and swaying until he fell 
unconscious.
  Simone immediately sprung into action. An off-duty EMT with the South 
Orange Volunteer Rescue Squad, Simone climbed onto that roof, assessed 
the situation, and administered Narcan, helping to revive the 
unconscious man until emergency responders arrived.
  Her quick thinking, training, and commitment to serve others saved a 
life that day.
  Just as important, Simone reminded us that public service is not 
confined to a shift, a uniform, or a title. It is a calling that guides 
people.
  New Jersey is proud of Simone Kelly. Her actions embody the very best 
of our communities, and I thank her for her remarkable service.

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