About the Good Governance Award
Center Forward has built a strong reputation as a convener of ideas and a champion of bipartisan solutions that put progress over politics. Through thoughtful engagement, practical policymaking, and a deep respect for differing perspectives, Center Forward works to create an environment where lawmakers can come together to solve real problems facing Americans.
To honor those who embody this spirit, Center Forward proudly presents “The Advancing Good Governance Award” — a recognition given to Members of Congress who bring our mission to life through their actions, leadership, and commitment to constructive dialogue.
Too often, the hard work of finding bipartisan solutions and forging compromise happens behind the scenes, without fanfare. The most effective Members rarely seek the spotlight; instead, they dedicate themselves to bridging divides, building coalitions, and advancing pragmatic policies that improve the lives of hardworking Americans. This award is the natural result of their dedication to thoughtful problem-solving and principled leadership. Center Forward is honored to recognize their contributions and looks forward to seeing the continued impact of their efforts in the months and years ahead.

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2025 Award Winners
We’re proud to honor the first class of the Advancing Good Governance Award recipients! These Members of Congress embody Center Forward’s mission and showcase the effort it takes to make the legislative branch work.
Sen. James Lankford (R-OK)
Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN)
Sen. Thom Tillis (R-NC)
Sen. Peter Welch (D-VT)
Rep. Gabe Amo (D-RI)
Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE)
Rep. Michael Baumgartner (R-WA)
Rep. Ami Bera (D-CA)
Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-PA)
Rep. Shontel Brown (D-OH)
Rep. Nikki Budzinski (D-IL)
Rep. Buddy Carter (R-GA)
Rep. Troy Carter (D-LA)
Rep. Sean Casten (D-IL)
Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ)
Rep. Jim Costa (D-CA)
Rep. Sharice Davids (D-KS)
Rep. Neal Dunn (R-FL)
Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC)
Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA)
Rep. Vince Fong (R-CA)
Rep. Laura Friedman (D-CA)
Rep. Andrew Garbarino (R-NY)
Rep. Laura Gillen (D-NY)
Rep. Adam Gray (D-CA)
Rep. Jim Himes (D-CT)
Rep. Steven Horsford (D-NV)
Rep. Chrissy Houlahan (D-PA)
Rep. Jeff Hurd (R-CO)
Rep. Glenn Ivey (D-MD)
Rep. David Joyce (R-OH)
Rep. John Joyce (R-PA)
Rep. Robin Kelly (D-IL)
Rep. Jen Kiggans (R-VA)
Rep. Young Kim (R-CA)
Rep. Rick Larsen (D-WA)
Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY)
Rep. Susie Lee (D-NV)
Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA)
Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY)
Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet (D-MI)
Rep. Rob Menendez (D-NJ)
Rep. Dave Min (D-CA)
Rep. Nathaniel Moran (R-TX)
Rep. Joe Morelle (D-NY)
Rep. Kelly Morrison (D-MN)
Rep. Frank Mrvan (D-IN)
Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA)
Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-CA)
Rep. Jimmy Panetta (D-CA)
Rep. Scott Peters (D-CA)
Rep. Brittany Pettersen (D-CO)
Rep. Deborah Ross (D-NC)
Rep. Andrea Salinas (D-OR)
Rep. Brad Schneider (D-IL)
Rep. Kim Schrier (D-WA)
Rep. Darren Soto (D-FL)
Rep. Pete Stauber (R-MN)
Rep. Tom Suozzi (D-NY)
Rep. Emilia Sykes (D-OH)
Rep. Dave Taylor (R-OH)
Rep. William Timmons (R-SC)
Rep. David Valadao (R-CA)
Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-TX)
Rep. Marc Veasey (D-TX)
Rep. Daniel Webster (R-FL)