Congressman Burton has received special recognition from several organizations for his voting record and leadership in Congress. His honors include:
- 2005 National Foundation for Women Legislators (NFWL) Leadership Award on behalf of the NFWL for Congressman Burton's tireless work on health care issues.
- 2006 True Blue Award presented by the Family Research Council for Congressman Burton's 100% voting record on behalf of American families.
- 2004 Benjamin Franklin Award from the 60 Plus Association for efforts to permanently repeal the estate tax, more commonly referred to as the death tax.
- 2004 Friend of the Farm Bureau Award from the American Farm Bureau Federation for voting to protect the interests of our nation's farmers.
- 2004 Small Business Advocate Award from the Small Business Survival Committee for voting to help keep small businesses stay strong thru continued innovation, improved investments, and creating new jobs.
- 2006 Friend of the Shareholder Award from American Shareholders Association for demonstrating an avid commitment to protecting Indiana shareholders and enhancing economic growth in America.
- 2004 Hero of the Taxpayer Award from Americans for Tax Reform for siding with taxpayers on crucial tax and economic issues in the 108th Congress.
- Twenty-two Spirit of Enterprise Awards , including for 2005, from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce for voting in support of free enterprise and a strong economy.
- Twelve Golden Bulldog Awards from the Watchdogs of the Treasury for voting to cut wasteful Federal spending and reduce taxes.
- Twelve Taxpayers' Friend Awards from the National Taxpayers Union for fiscal responsibility.
- Ten National Security Leadership Awards for supporting a policy of peace through strength. The American Security Council, the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Reserve Officer Association give the awards jointly.
- Eight Guardian of Small Business Awards from the National Federation of Independent Business for supporting small business.