Dave has received a number of honors and awards recognizing his contributions to public service.  Some of the acknowledgements Dave has received for his work include:

Agriculture

• Presidential Award for Leadership from the National Farmers Union - for work on behalf of family farmers in the dairy industry.
• Farmers Union Milk Marketing Cooperative Recognition - for outstanding service to the family farmers and dairy industry of Wisconsin.
• Golden Triangle Award from the National Farmers Union - for outstanding leadership on behalf of family farm agriculture.

Congressional Reform

• Political Reform Award from Common Cause - for leadership on campaign finance reform.

Education

• James G. O'Hara Education Leadership Award from the Committee for Education Funding - for life-long commitment in support of the education of our nation's citizens and for outstanding leadership in advocating education as a congressional and national priority.
• National Education Service Award from the American Association of Community Colleges for Leadership - for enhancing access to the nation's community colleges.
• William H. Natcher Congressional Distinguished Service Award from the Committee for Education Funding - for leadership in public education.
• Legislative Leadership Award from the Wisconsin Association of Independent Colleges and Universities - for leading the effort to expand student financial aid.
• Leadership Award from the American Folk Life Center - for efforts to document and preserve American folk life traditions.
• Certificate of Appreciation from Smithsonian Folk Life Festival - for expanding the knowledge of different cultures and nations.
  

Environment

• Ansel Adams Conservation Award from the Wilderness Society - for continuous efforts to protect and preserve America's natural heritage.
• Friend of the Outdoor Industry Award from the Outdoor Industry Association in appreciation for strong legislative leadership in support of parks and recreation opportunities for the American people.
• International Energy Efficiency Award from the Energy Conservation Forum - for leadership in supporting energy conservation internationally.

Health

• First Annual William Proxmire Award from The Copper Ridge Institute - in recognition of efforts in support of Alzheimer's Research and Care Giving.
• The NORD National Health Leadership Award from The National Organization for Rare Disorders - for leadership in the effort to promote NIH Discoveries.
• Leadership Award from Best Buddies International - for outstanding national leadership in support of the organization's one-to-one friendship programs for people with intellectual disabilities.
• Health Leadership Award from the Wisconsin Medical Society - for contributions to develop policies benefiting the health and welfare of Wisconsin.
• Legislative Achievement Award from the Coalition for Health Care - for leadership in advancing America's ability to combat disease.
• Polio Eradication Champion Award from the Rotary Club - for playing a key role in combating polio.
• Legislative Service Award from the National Association of Community Health Centers - for leadership in expanding health care to the uninsured.
• Presidential Award for Distinguished Service from the U.S. Committee for UNICEF - for work to advance the health and education of the world's children.
• Leadership Award from Kiwanis International - for efforts to improve the health of America's children.
• Children's Mental Health Lifetime Award from the National Mental Health Association - for advocacy on behalf of children with severe mental disorders
• Distinguished Service Award from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill - for efforts to increase understanding and treatment of mental illness.

Retirement Security

• Claude Pepper Award from the National Council on Senior Citizens - for distinguished service in protecting and strengthening Social Security.

Veterans Health

• Meritorious Service Award from Wisconsin State Department - for work on behalf of American Ex Prisoners of War.
• Government Affairs Recognition Award from the Vietnam Veterans of America - for support and direct assistance with Agent Orange Benefits Act.
• Certificate of Commendation from the State of Wisconsin's Department of Veterans Affairs - for outstanding contributions to the welfare of veterans in Wisconsin and throughout the nation.

Workers

• Worker Champion Award from the 7th Congressional District AFL-CIO - for continuous advocacy of the needs of America's working men and women.

Related Links

• Working on Your Behalf
• Biography of David R. Obey
• Dave's Role on the Appropriations Committee
• Appropriations Committee FAQs
• Short Biography for Introductions