Vietnam Veterans of America:
Legislator of the Year. (1995)

Veterans of Foreign Wars:
Distinguished Citizen Award. (1997)

Disabled American Veterans:
Distinguished Service Award (2002)

American Ex-P.O.W.s:
Appreciation for Efforts. (2000)

AMVETS:
Appreciation for Veterans Support..
(2001-2002)

Minnesota Paralyzed Veterans of America:
Patriot Award. (1995)

Military Order of the Purple Heart:
Minnesota Chapter, (1996)

National Coalition for Homeless Veterans:
Legislative Leadership Award. (2002)

Forgotten 216th:
Congressional Leadership Award. (1996)