Awards and Recognitions
HEALTHCARE | ||
Recognition of Support for Life-Affirming Services
| Contra Costa Crisis Center
| 2001
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In Recognition of your Vision and Leadership in the Fight against Heart Disease and Stroke
| American Heart Association Western States Affiliate
| 2007
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Appreciation for contributions
| California Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors
| 2007
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Gratitude for keeping the doors open
| The Respite Inn
| 2010
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Outstanding Accomplishments in the area of Legislation in support of Child Development
| California Child Development Administration Association
| 2011
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Legislator of the Year
| The Arc & United Cerebral Palsy in California
| 2011
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You’re the Cure Champion
| American Heart & Stroke Association
| 2011
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In Recognition of Your Outstanding Commitment and Leadership in the Fight Against Drunk Driving and Underage Drinking
| The Century Council
| 2012
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Senate Outstanding Advocate of the Year
| Easter Seals Disability Services
| 2012
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Clinic Champion
| California Primary Care Association
| 2012
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Legislator of the Year
| Donate Life California
| 2012
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Legislator of the Year 2012
| LeadingAge California
| 2013
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Certificate of Appreciation
| CAADAC
| 2013
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Senator of the Year 2013
| The Arc and Cerebral Palsy California Collaboration
| 2014
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Spirit of Hope Quilt
| Cancer Support Community
| 2017
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Spirit of Hope Honoree
| Cancer Support Community of the Bay Area
| 2017
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Humanitarian Award
| Cancer Research & Treatment Fund
| 2018
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Distinguished Community Health Center Advocate Award
| National Association of Community Health Centers
| 2023
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Make a Difference Award in Recognition for Public Services and Championing Mental Health Issues
| La Concordia Psychotherapy and Wellness Clinic
| 2023
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Distinguished Community Health Center Advocate Award
| National Association of Community Health Centers
| 2024
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In Recognition of Supporting the Fight Against AIDS, TB, and Malaria
| One
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Smoke Free Bay Area Award
| Tobacco Free Bay Area Community Linakage Project
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Certificate of Recognition "Healthcare Hero"
| Lifelong Medical Care
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EDUCATION & CHILDREN | ||
Congratulations on Swearing in for Countywide Youth Commission
| Congressman George Miller
| 1995
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Appreciation of Support
| Clayton Valley Little League
| 1997
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Groundbreaking
| Contra Costa County Juvenile Hall
| 2001
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Eddie Hart Gold Medal Club
| Eddie Hart All in One Foundation
| 2006
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K to College Hero Award
| KtoCollege
| 2014
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Make a Difference Award for Impacting the Lives of Children with Unique Needs
| Mt Diablo Unified School District
| 2018
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Congressional Voice for Children Award
| National PTA
| 2018
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The Congressional Champion Award
| Family Voices, National Place, Pacer Center, Parent Advocacy Network
| 2022
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Thank You Letter for Reading to Class
| Ms. Willis' Kindergarten
| 2006-07
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Expression of Appreciation
| Martinez Early Childhood Center
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Gratitude and Appreciation for Commitment to Programs for Low-Income Concord Residents
| Cambridge Community Center
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Nomination for Friends of CalRTA Recognition Award
| California Retired Teachers Association
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Appreciation of and Support to Clayton Valley Little League
| Clayton Valley Little League
| 1996
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GOVERNMENT | ||
Leadership in the District as County Supervisor
| Contra Costa County
| 1994- 2006
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Recognition of Service as Inducting Officer
| Contra Costa Filipino American Chamber of Commerce
| 1996
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Best Performance
| Contra Costa Board of Supervisors
| 2001-02
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Legislator of the Year
| Junior Leagues of California State Public Affairs Committee
| 2012
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Resolution No. 2014/461
| Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County
| 2014
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Commitment to the Nation's Counties
| National Association of Counties
| 2015
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Constituent Service Finalist
| Congressional Management Foundation
| 2018
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Transparency, Accountability & Innovation Winner
| Congressional Management Foundation
| 2019
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Constituent Accountability and Accessibility
| Congressional Management Foundation
| 2023
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TRANSPORTATION & INFRASTRUCTURE | ||
In Appreciation for your Leadership in Adopting the 1st Refinery Flare Control Rule in the Nation
| Bay Area Air Quality Management District
| 1997-2006
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$400 Million Toll Bridge Revenue Bonds
| Bay Area Toll Authority
| 2001
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$125 Million Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds
| Pleasant Hill BART Transit Village Project
| 2006
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$1 Billion Bay Area Toll Authority Toll Bridge Revenue Bonds
| Bay Area Toll Authority
| 2006
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Champion of Transportation Award
| The Southern California Transportation Coalition
| 2013
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The Truck Safety Leadership Award
| Truck Safety Coalition
| 2019
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Infrastructure Investment and Jobs act Safety Hero
| Advocates for Highway & Auto Safety
| 2022
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ANIMAL WELFARE | ||
Legislator of the Year
| California Animal Association
| 2007
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Humane Advocate Award
| The Humane Society of The United States
| 2015
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Humane Advocate
| The Humane Society of The United States
| 2016
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Humane Advocate
| The Humane Society of The United States
| 2017
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Humane Advocate
| The Humane Society of The United States
| 2018
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Humane Advocate Award
| The Humane Society of The United States
| 2019
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Humane Advocate Award
| The Humane Society of The United States
| 2022
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LABOR & TRADE | ||
Recognition of Continued Support and Service to Children and Families
| Contra Costa Community Service Department and Head Start Policy and Economic Opportunity Councils
| 2001
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100% Labor Voting Record 2007
| California Labor Federation State Building and Construction Trades Council
| 2008
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100% Labor Voting Record 2009
| California Labor Federation State Building and Construction Trades Council
| 2010
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Award Winning Workers’ Comp Executive
| California Workers’ Compensation
| 2010
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100% Labor Voting Record 2011
| California Labor Federation State Building and Construction Trades Council | 2012
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American Trade Hero
| Coalition for a Prosperous America
| 2015
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HOUSING | ||
California Housing Hall of Fame
| California Housing Consortium
| 2011
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Children's Choice Award
| Contra Costa Interfaith Housing
| 2011
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Appreciation for authoring the HOMeS Act
| Housing California
| 2012
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Introducing the HOMeS Act
| Housing California
| 2012
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Appreciation Award
| A Just Cause
| 2018
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Award of Excellence
| California Redevelopment Association
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ENVIRONMENT | ||
Recognition for Dedicated Service as Member of Board of Directors
| Bay Area Air Quality Management District
| 1996
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The Public Health Leadership Award
| California’s Clean Air Project
| 2006
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Radke Champion and Advocacy Award
| East Bay Regional Park District
| 2023
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Expression of Gratitude and Appreciation
| Carr Ranch John Muir Land Trust
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In Appreciation for contribution to the Muir Heritage Land Trust
| Muir Heritage Land Trust
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| WOMEN'S ISSUES | ||
Defenders of Choice Award
| Planned Parenthood
| 2007
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Good Guy Award in Recognition of Contribution to the Advancement of Women
| Contra Costa County
| 1997
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GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION | ||
Legislative Leadership in Preventing Gun Violence
| California Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence
| 2007
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POLICE | ||
Appreciation for Sponsoring the Larry Lasater Memorial Overpass Legislation
| Pittsburg Police Department
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VETERANS | ||
Ambassador for Peace Medal
| South Korean Ministry of Patriots and Veteran's Affairs
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