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The ASBPA Government & Policy Awards recognize and celebrate the federal officials and Members of Congress who champion coastal causes at the national and/or local level.
Nominate a coastal champion who advocates for healthy, sustainable, and resilient coastal systems:
https://asbpa.org/2025-coastal-summit-awards-nomination-form/
Congressional Awards
Coastal Advocate
ASBPA’s highest congressional award, a lifetime achievement award for a Member of Congress.
Friend of the Coast
Congressional award for shorter term or more project-specific contributions.
Congressional Staff
Award for a staff member who works for a Member of Congress or congressional committee whose efforts promote beach preservation and facilitate project requests.
Federal Agency Awards
The Corps of Engineers Award
The Corps award honors a member of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers who contributed to the cause of beach management and preservation.
Agency Award
The Agency award is given to a staff member at a federal agency for their efforts to improve the health of U.S. coastlines.
Nominations due February 7, 2025.