| Chamber of Commerce "Distinguished Advocate" 2005, 2006 |
| Christian Coalition for Florida Faith and Family Award 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006 |
| Florida Association of Area Agencies on Aging, "Certificate of Appreciation" 2006 |
| Orange County Public Schools "Gratitude for dedication and commitment and service to OCPS" 2006 |
| Florida Association of Professional Process Servers "Legislator of the Year" 2005 |
| Florida Legal Services for Commitment to Assuring Equal Access to Justice at the Supreme Court of Florida 2005 |
| Florida Medical Association "Legislator of the Year Award" 2005 |
| Robert B. Crawford Charter President Annual Award for your unrelenting dedication, outstanding service, and unselfish commitment in the protection, defense and improvement of the State of Florida's Workforce Education System 2005 |
| Seminole County Bar Association Legal Aid Society Outstanding Commitment to Provide Economically Disadvantaged Residents with Access to the Judicial System 2005 |
| Seminole County Medical Society "Outstanding Legislator Award" 2005 |
| Chamber of Commerce "A" Honor Roll 2002, 2003, 2004 |
| Florida Association of Agencies Serving the Blind, Legislator of the Year 2004 |
| Florida Restaurant Association, Legislator of the Year 2004 |
| Florida Sheriff's Association, Legislator of the Year 2004 |
| Keiser College, Award for Contributions of Excellence in Education 2004 |
| Florida's Public Radio and Television Stations Award for "Knowledgeable dedication, leadership, and vision that assured continued support for Florida's Public Broadcasting System" 2003 |
| Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Legislator of the Year 2002 |
| Florida Workers' Advocates, Legislator of the Year Award 2002 |
| Florida Workers' Advocates, Outstanding Legislator on Behalf of Workers' Rights Award |
