Business/Economic Development Recognition/Awards

It is an honor to represent the people of Idaho. It is my goal to do so in a manner that reflects the values and traditions of Idahoans. During the course of my public service, I have been fortunate to be recognized by many tremendous organizations. Many of these awards are based on my voting record, and my efforts to serve the people of Idaho.

My philosophy on business and economic matters is firmly rooted in the free and open market.  We must find the economic paths that work best for our communities; that includes favorable tax rates, international trade policies and federal budget goals.  To learn more about my position on the various issues facing our country regarding business and economic development, please visit the Economy & Business, Global Competitiveness, Taxes, Telecommunications & Technology and Transportation sections of this website.  Below you will find listed the awards I have received for my efforts regarding business and economic development:

 

2007 Silver Mouse Award

Silver Mouse Award

Awarded by the Congressional Management Foundation in 2007

Presented in recognition of the official website as one of the Best Web Sites on Capitol Hill.

 
Associate Builders and Contractors Champion of the Merit Shop Award

ABC Champion of the Merit Shop


Awarded in 108th, 107th, 106th, 105th, 104th and 103rd Congresses by the Associated Builders and Contractors.

Presented to members of Congress who exhibit the "Merit Shop" philosophy, a term to describe a method of doing business that rewards people based on their skills, knowledge and abilities, not on their membership or ranking in an organization or group.

 
Spirit of Enterprise Award 109th Congress

Spirit of Enterprise Award


Awarded 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, and 1993 by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

Presented for strong support of legislation that benefits economic and business growth.

 
Award for Manufacturing Legislative Excellence

Award for Manufacturing Legislative Excellence


Awarded in the 110th, 109th and 106th Congress by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)

Presented to members of Congress with a rating of 70% or higher on floor votes in favor of manufacturing; Senator Crapo scored 89% in support of domestic oil exploration, transportation, energy policy, small business issues, taxes and Supreme Court confirmations.

 

Small Business Advocate Award/Champion of Small Business

Awarded in 108th and 106th Congresses, and 2000 by the Small Business Survival Committee, a leading small business advocacy organization.

Presented for support of small business endeavors and legislation that ensures small business survival.

 
Guardian of Small Business

Guardian of Small Business Award

Awarded consistently for 110th, 109th, 108th, 107th, 106th, 105th, 104th and 103rd Congresses by the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB)

Presented to Members of Congress who are champions of small business and stand strong on key small business votes.  The award reflects support for the pro-growth agenda for small business.

 
Thomas Jefferson Award

The Thomas Jefferson Award

Awarded 2008, 2006, 2004, 1998, 1996 and 1994 by the National Association of Wholesale Grocers- International Food Service Distributors Association (NAWG-IFDA)

For commitment to free enterprise through votes on issues such as taxes, free trade, labor policy and other economic matters.  Recipients supported the IFDA's position on at least 70 percent of votes deemed critical to the Jeffersonian ideals of free enterprise and the foodservice distribution industry.

 
NAMIC Benhamin Frankling Public Policy Award

Benjamin Franklin Public Policy Award

Awarded by the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC) consistently for each Congress since 2003 (107th, 108th and 109th).

Presented for support and leadership in protecting the free and open market business environment.

 
SBEA Special Achievement Award

SBEA Special Achievement Award


Awarded October 2007 by the Small Business Exporters Association of the United States (SBEA)

Presented in appreciation of service in assisting the nation’s smaller exporting companies, while reauthorizing the Export-Import Bank of the United States.

 
Friend of Shortline Railroad Customer Award

Friend of Shortline Railroad Customer Award

Awarded in 2006 by Great Northwest Railroad

For support of shortline railroads during the 109th Congress.

 
Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act Award

Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act award for 2003

Awarded in 2003 by The Financial Services Round Table

For leadership in achieving passage of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003, PL 108-159.

 
Community Connection Award 2000

Community Connection Award

Awarded 2000 by the American Cable Association

Presented for support in ensuring that rural and small town residents have reliable and reasonably-priced telecommunications.

 
Sentinel Award

The Sentinel Award

Awarded in 1999 by the American Society of Association Executives

Presented to members of Congerss who "prove forthright leadership in the advancement of the association."

 

 

"Friend of the Shareholder Award"

Awarded in the 108th and 107th Congresses by the American Shareholder's Association

For supporting investor interests on important shareholder and economic issues.

 

NADO Congressional Partnership Award


Awarded in 109th Congress (2005-2006) by the National Association of Development Organizations (NADO) ; nominated by the Southeast Idaho Council of Governments (SEICOG)

Presented for support of federal legislation advocating regional solutions to local programs.

 

Guardian of Worker Freedom

Awarded in 2006 and 2005 by the Alliance for Worker Freedom, a conservative labor reform group.

Presented to members of Congress who vote 80% or higher in support of labor issues tracked by AWF.  Award is in recognition of support for freedom and opportunity in the workplace, and included votes on minimum wage increases, private sector "competitive sourcing" of government employees, CAFTA, OSHA reform and pro-labor market immigration reform.

 

Legislative Award


Presented 2003 by the American Council of Renewable Energy

 

Economic Development Award


Awarded in 2003 by SICOG (Southeastern Idaho Council of Government)

Presented for support of Idaho's economic interests.

 

BIPAC Prosperity Project 2000


Awarded in 106th Congress by the Business-Industry Political Action Committee (BIPAC).

Presented for assistance in a project that encouraged businesses to becom einvolved in the political process.  Senator Crapo also achieved a 100% Award during the 1st session of the 106th Congress (1999).

 

President's Award


Awarded in 1996 by the Idaho Cable Telecommunications Association (ICTA).

Presented for support of the telecommunications industry.

 

 

Last updated 10/14/2008

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