The Able Trust, Representative of the Year, 2014
Manufacturers Association of Florida, Legislator of the Year, 2013
Associated Industries of Florida Hospital Council, Legislator of the Year, 2012
Clearwater Downtown Parnership Appreciation Award, 2012
Florida Chamber of Commerce Honor Roll "A" Legislative Report Card, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Florida Education Association "A" Legislative Report Card, 2008, 2011, 2012
Florida League of Cities Legislative Appreciation Award, 2010, 2012, 2014
Leading Age Florida, Legislator of the Year, 2012
National Association of Social Workers, Tampa Bay, Elected Official of the Year, 2012
Pinellas County Osteopathic Medical Society, Legislator of the Year, 2012
Florida Dental Association, Legislative Award, 2011
Florida Association of Counties, Legislative Leader Award, 2010
Florida Sheriffs Association, Legislative Award, 2010
Florida Tax Collectors, "Taxpayer Advocate of the Year," 2014
Big Brothers Big Sisters, Legislative Appreciation Award, 2010
Florida Chamber of Commerce, "Distinguished Advocate" Award for Private Flood Insurance Legislation, 2014
St. Petersburg College, "Outstanding Alumnus Award," 2013
