Texas State Senator Judith Zaffirini

List of Awards

Awards in 2007

The 2007 Robert C. Jeffrey College Benefactor Award presented by The University of Texas at Austin College of Communication to individuals who have gone out of their way to support the college's faculty and students.
2007 Communicator of the Year Award presented by the Texas Speech and Communication Association for her dedication to advancing excellence in speech communication education.
Child Advocate Award presented by the Voices for Children of San Antonio to Senator Judith Zaffirini for her service to the children of Bexar County and Texas.
Award of Appreciation presented by City of Laredo Mayor Raul G. Salinas and City Council Members for her outstanding work and support during the 80th legislative session.
Resolution honoring state Senator Judith Zaffirini presented by the Texas Library Association for her continued leadership in supporting all Texas libraries, for being an outstanding champion and a longstanding leader in supporting Texas academic, public and school libraries. The resolution also recognizes that Senator Zaffirini, as vice chair of the Senate Finance committee, worked tirelessly to secure additional resources for Texas libraries and sponsored riders to secure $2.5 million per year for K-12 school library online resources and $500,000 per year for the TexShare program.
Appreciation Plaque presented by the Texas Deer Association to Senator Judith Zaffirini for her loyal friendship and continued support.
Proclamation of the San Antonio Water System Board of Trustees honoring Senator Judith Zaffirini for the critical leadership role she plays in establishing sound water policy for the community and State and for the specific historic efforts made during the 80th legislative session to secure San Antonio's water supply.
Appreciation Plaque presented by the Carrizo Springs Consolidated Independent School District to Senator Judith Zaffirini in appreciation for supporting the school district.
Appreciation Plaque presented by the Carrizo Springs Housing Authority to Senator Judith Zaffirini, author of Senate Bills 23 and 76, which created the Texas School Readiness Certification System, in grateful appreciation for participating in the education of the children of Dimmit, Zavala, Maverick, La Salle and Frio Counties.
2007 Latina Trailblazer Award presented by the Hispanic Women's Network of Texas
2007 People's Choice Award from the Texas Association for Home Care. The award highlights the Texas Legislative/United States Congressional Representative or Senator whose record reflects defense for the constituent's right to receive, at reasonable cost, health and social services that allow them to remain in their own homes.
2007 Legislative Champion Award from the Career Colleges and Schools of Texas for strong support of the goals and objectives of the private, post-secondary education community.
Best of the Legislature 2007, 80th Legislative Session, Capitol Inside
(Six senators and six representatives were honored.)
Honor Roll, Texas Realtor, 80th Legislative Session
Honorable Mention, TCTA Legislative Stars 2007, 80th Legislative Session
Appreciation Certificate presented to Senator Judith Zaffirini for her dedication and tireless efforts in supporting Operation Lone Star 2007. Award was presented by the Laredo Health Coalition, Mercy Ministries of Laredo, Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Office of Border Health, Laredo Community College, Texas A&M University, Doctors Hospital, Laredo Medical Center, DSHS-Border Immunization Initiatve, Laredo ISD and the Border Region MHMR.
Second Place, Non-fiction book -- Autobiography, If Judy Pappas Can Do It, Anybody Can, National Federation of Press Women 2007 Communication Contest
2007 Leadership Award from the Arc of Texas for outstanding support of and advocacy for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Appreciation Certificate from the Parkinson’s Action Network for support of the advancement of stem cell research.
First Place, “Other” group category, Press Women of Texas 2007 Communication Contest
Fourth Place, Ann Faragher Sweepstakes Award, Press Women of Texas 2007 Communication Contest
First Place, Non-fiction book -- Autobiography, If Judy Pappas Can Do It, Anybody Can, Press Women of Texas 2007 Communication Contest
First Place, Speeches, “Who Lives? Who Dies? Who Decides?,” Press Women of Texas 2007 Communication Contest
Second Place, Information for Media, News or Feature Release (Single Release), “Senator Pre-files 20 Bills,” Press Women of Texas 2007 Communication Contest
Second Place, Speeches, “Governor Royce West: His best is yet to be.,” Press Women of Texas 2007 Communication Contest
Third Place, Information for Media, News or Feature Release (Single Release), “Senator Zaffirini Appointed Chair of Senate Subcommittee on Capital Funding for Higher Education,” Press Women of Texas 2007 Communication Contest
Honorable Mention, Print Media Advertising Black and White Display, “Happy Holidays from the Zaffirini Family,” Press Women of Texas 2007 Communication Contest

Awards in 2006

Mirabeau B. Lamar medal from the Association of Texas Colleges and Universities for exceptional service to Texas higher education, beyond service to a single institution.
“Excellence in Patient Advocacy” award from the Texas Dental Association for leadership in helping dentists achieve their legislative goals. Three senators and one representative were selected unanimously by TDA’s House of Delegates to receive this inaugural award.
"Our Founding Leader in Health Education," Mid Rio Grande Border Area Health Education Center (AHEC), recognizing countless legislative contributions benefitting AHEC programs as well as health and human services and education programs throughout AHEC’s 38-county region.
Named an Honorary Nun, “Sister Judith,” by the Sisters of Mercy and Mercy Ministries of Laredo for her support of health and welfare legislation, personal commitment to its expansion and provision to all people, and collaborative efforts dedicated toward improving and enhancing health and human services for all Texas families.
First Place, Black and White Advertisement, Reading with Children is a Gift of Love and Joy, Press Women of Texas 2006 Communication Contest
Second Place, News Release, Senator Zaffirini Presents First Certificate of Birth Resulting in Stillbirth, Press Women of Texas 2006 Communication Contest
Second Place, Speeches, Payback: A Roast of Senator Rodney Ellis, Press Women of Texas 2006 Communication Contest
Third Place, Speeches, Everything I Need to Know about David Dewhurst I Learned in the Ladies Restroom, Press Women of Texas 2006 Communication Contest
Honorable Mention, Newsletter, One-to-Three Color, Senator Judith Zaffirini Reports to the Families of District 21, Press Women of Texas 2006 Communication Contest
Honorable Mention, News Release, Veterans Who Sacrificed Own Education Honored by New Texas Law, Press Women of Texas 2006 Communication Contest
Appreciation Award, commencement speaker, The University of Texas School of Law Sunflower Ceremony, May 20, 2006
Award of Recognition, outstanding contribution honoring the youth of Laredo., U.S. Border Patrol and U.S. Department of Homeland Security, May 2, 2006
Award of Distinction, Writing/Speech, Everything I Need to Know about David Dewhurst I Learned in the Ladies Restroom: A Roast of Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst, The Communicator Awards 2006 Print Media Competition
Award of Distinction, Design/Newsletter, Senator Judith Zaffirini Reports to the Families of District 21, The Communicator Awards 2006 Print Media Competition
Award of Distinction, Writing, If Judy Pappas Can Do It, Anybody Can!, The Communicator Awards 2006 Print Media Competition
Honorable Mention, Newsletter/Government, Senator Judith Zaffirini Reports to the Families of District 21, The Communicator Awards 2006 Print Media Competition
Texas Hospital Advocacy Tribute, Texas Hospital Association, February 9, 2006
Texas Advocacy Award, American Cancer Society, January 26, 2006
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