Fiscal Policy 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.

To learn more about my positions on the various issues involving fiscal policy, please visit the Budget & Fiscal Responsibility and Taxes sections of this website. Below you will find listed the awards I have received for my efforts in sound fiscal policy:

2013 Freedom Works "Freedom Fighter Award"

The "Freedom Fighter Award" is given to members of the House and Senate who consistently vote in defense of economic freedom. Earning this award often required legislators to cast politically unpopular votes inside the Beltway in order to defend liberty and strengthen the economy across the country.
Friend of the Farm Bureau Award

ACU Conservative Award

Defender of Liberty

Awarded by the American Conservative Union (ACU) for Senator Crapo's committment to America's core principles, the U.S. Constitution and his 80% outstanding conservative score for legislative votes in 2011.
Idaho Sugarbeet Growers 2008

2012 Thomas Jefferson Award


Awarded by the International Foodservice Distributors Association.

Presented to those members of the U.S. Senate who have demonstrated their support for the Jeffersonian ideas of sensible fiscal and regulatory policy. Awarded in the 112th Congress.
Dedicated Service Award

ACU Conservative Award

Defender of Liberty

Awarded by the American Conservative Union (ACU) for Senator Crapo's committment to America's core principles, the U.S. Constitution and his 100% outstanding conservative score for legislative votes in 2010.

Dedicated Service AwardACU Conservative Award

Defender of Liberty

Congressional Honor Roll

Best and Brightest Award

Awarded by the American Conservative Union (ACU)


Various recognition from the American Conservative Union for legislative votes since 1999. Senator Crapo has a lifetime rating of 92% with the ACU.

ACU Defender of Libertypresented for steadfast commitment to our nation's Constitution and 100% score on annual vote ratings for 2010 (2nd session, 111th Congress) by the group.

ACU Conservative Awardpresented for the 1st session of the 111th Congress (2009) and the 2nd session of the 110th Congress (2008).

Congressional Honor Rollpresented for the 1st session of the 110th Congress (2007).

Best and Brightestpresented in 2005 for being a stalwart defender of the conservative vision of individual liberty and limited constitutional government. Senator Crapo also received 100% ratings from ACU in 2003, 2001 and 1999.

Dedicated Service AwardTaxpayers' Friend Award

Awarded by the National Tax Payers Union (NTU)

Presented for consistently voting to promote economic freedom and reduce the burden on the American Taxpayer in the 111th and 112th Congress.

Dedicated Service AwardHero of the Taxpayer Award


Awarded by the Americans for Tax Reform (ATR). Senator Crapo has received consistent recognition regarding this award: 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001 and 2000.

Presented for support of positive tax reform for Americans.

Friends of the Taxpayer

Awarded by the ATR in 1997 and 1996.

Presented for opposition to any and all federal and state tax increases.

Dedicated Service AwardACU Conservative Award

Congressional Honor Roll

Best and Brightest Award

Awarded by the American Conservative Union (ACU)


Various recognition from the American Conservative Union for legislative votes since 1999. Senator Crapo has a lifetime rating of 92% with the ACU.

ACU Defender of Libertypresented for steadfast commitment to our nation's Constitution and 100% score on annual vote ratings for 2010 (2nd session, 111th Congress) by the group.

ACU Conservative Awardpresented for the 1st session of the 111th Congress (2009) and the 2nd session of the 110th Congress (2008).

Congressional Honor Rollpresented for the 1st session of the 110th Congress (2007).

Best and Brightestpresented in 2005 for being a stalwart defender of the conservative vision of individual liberty and limited constitutional government. Senator Crapo also received 100% ratings from ACU in 2003, 2001 and 1999.

Dedicated Service AwardTax Fighter Award


Awarded by the National Tax Limitation Committee

Presented most recently for efforts to lower taxes for Americans during the 111th (200-2010). Votes selected included repeal of the death tax, earmark and appropriations measures and procedural motions regarding fiscal decisions. Senator Crapo also received recognition for his work in the 109th, 108th, 107th 106th, 105th and 104th Congresses.

Dedicated Service AwardThe Golden Bulldog Award


Awarded by the Watchdogs of the Treasury for 106th, 105th, 104th and 103rd Congresses.

Presented for outstanding efforts to cut federal spending, eliminate waste and reduce the deficit.

Dedicated Service AwardThe Jefferson Award


Awarded by the Citizens for a Sound Economy (CSE) for the 104th Congress

Presented for efforts to bring less government, lower taxes and less regulation.

Taxpayers' Friend


Awarded by the National Taxpayers' Union (NTU) for 106th and 104th Congresses

Presented for support of endeavors to educate taxpayers and others on the merits of limited government and lower taxes.

National Security Leadership Award


Awarded by the American Security Council for the 109th Congress (2005-2006).

Presented for supporting efforts to emphasize peace through military, economic and diplomatic strength.

Congress Honor Roll


Awarded by the American Conservative Union (ACU)

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Last updated 04/23/2013