MADISON, Wis. — The Wisconsin State Assembly celebrated outstanding public safety professionals across the state today during its biannual First Responders of the Year ceremony. During the Assembly’s floor session, Alex Kiefer, a firefighter and paramedic from the South Shore Fire Department in Mount Pleasant, was recognized as the 66th Assembly District’s First Responder of the Year.
Rep. Greta Neubauer (D-Racine) released the following statement honoring Alex Kiefer:
“When it mattered most, Alex Kiefer demonstrated courage and commitment to service. It is an honor to recognize his contributions as the 66th Assembly District’s First Responder of the Year.
”On July 12, 2025, Alex saved the life of a fellow triathlete while participating in the Door County Triathlon. He noticed a participant experiencing a severe cardiac event and urgently responded to the individual. With assistance from another paramedic, the two were able to sustain the individual with chest compressions until law enforcement arrived with an automated external defibrillator (AED). Thanks to their quick response, the participant’s heartbeat was successfully restored and they made a full recovery.
“Alex’s actions highlight the invaluable work our public safety professionals perform both on and off duty. I am proud to have constituents like him who are willing to step into crisis situations to serve those in need.
“Thank you, Alex, for exemplifying what it means to put service above self. ”
