15 Members of Congress Named Finalists for Democracy Awards for Extraordinary Public Service

by CMF on May 10, 2024

15 Members of Congress Named Finalists for Democracy Awards for Extraordinary Public Service

 

WASHINGTON, D.C. –The Congressional Management Foundation (CMF) today announced the finalists for the seventh annual Democracy Awards, CMF's program recognizing non-legislative achievement and performance in congressional offices and by Members of Congress.

"Americans usually only hear about Congress when something goes wrong. The Democracy Awards shines a light on Congress when it does something right," said Bradford Fitch, CMF's President and CEO. "These Members of Congress and their staff deserve recognition for their work to improve accountability in government, modernize their work environments and serve their constituents."

The 2024 Democracy Awards finalists by category are:

Constituent Service

  • Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-FL)
  • Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT)
  • Rep. Susie Lee (D-NV)
  • Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA)

More Information on Constituent Service Finalists Here: 

Constituent Accountability and Accessibility

  • Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-FL)

  • Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-IA)

  • Rep. Sean Casten (D-IL)

  • Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA)

More Information on Constituent Accountability and Accessibility Finalists Here: 

"Life in Congress" Workplace Environment

  • Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE)

  • Rep. Burgess Owens (R-UT)

  • Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)

  • Rep. Seth Moulton (D-MA)

More Information on "Life in Congress" Workplace Environment Finalists Here: 

Innovation and Modernization

  • Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK)

  • Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL)

  • Rep. Don Davis (D–NC)

  • Rep. Sara Jacobs (D-CA)

More Information on Innovation and Modernization Finalists Here: 

Methodology. CMF created a detailed process to identify and recognize the best congressional offices. House and Senate personal offices self-nominated in early 2024 using an online questionnaire. CMF then followed up with offices to conduct interviews and assess the office's adherence to the established criteria, using a detailed checklist to determine a list of finalists that would advance to the Selection Committee phase.

In June, the Selection Committee, comprised primarily of former Members of Congress and former congressional staffers, will select two winners (one Democrat and one Republican) for each category using the nomination forms, interview notes, and supporting material provided by the office. The winners will be announced in July, and a ceremony honoring all finalists and winners will be held on September 26, 2024.

The Founding Partner for the Democracy Awards is the Bridge Alliance, which provided a generous grant to launch the program. Bridge Alliance is a diverse coalition of more than 100 organizations committed to revitalizing democratic practice in America.

The Congressional Management Foundation (CMF) is a 501(c)(3) nonpartisan nonprofit founded in 1977 dedicated to strengthening Congress and building trust in its work with and for the American people. CMF works to revitalize Congress as an institution; promotes best practices in congressional offices; and helps Congress and the people they represent engage in a constructive and inclusive dialogue toward a thriving American democracy.Click Here to See the 2024 Democracy Awards Finalists