AGNEWS DEVELOPMENT CENTER
Certificate of gratitude from the families and residents of Agnews Development Center
– December 23, 2005

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
Legislative Champion
– 2022

ASSOCIATION OF RETIRED SAN JOSE POLICE OFFICERS & FIREFIGHTERS
In appreciation of support
– 2001

BOLD STEPS FOR CHILDREN AWARD
– 2015

BOLD STEPS FOR CHILDREN AWARD
– 2018

BUILDING THE CALIFORNIA DREAM ALLIANCE
“Up & Comer” Award
– 2022

CALIFORNIA LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS
Dedication Vision Advocacy Award In appreciation for service and dedication to the Latino people
– August 6, 2016

CALIFORNIA RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
The “Friend of CalRTA” Award
– 2023

CALIFORNIA SCHOOL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION
Legislator of the Year Award
– 2021

CALIFORNIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES
Distinguished Service Award
– 2022

CAIR-COUNCIL ON AMERICAN-ISLAMIC RELATIONS
Bridge Building Award “In recognition of passion, energy, and generosity of spirit in promoting greater awareness and goodwill among all communities”
– September 9, 2006

CESAR E. CHAVEZ
Sí Se Puede Award
– 2012

CHURCH SPORTS INTERNATIONAL
Presented by the CSI Board to express its deep appreciation for Bronze sponsorship of the CSI Benefit Gold Tournament
– September 15, 2003

COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD
In recognition and appreciation of the many years of dedication and outstanding service to the citizens of greater Santa Clara County
– 2018

DEPENDENCY ADVOCACY CENTER
Distinguished Advocate
– 2013

DEMOCRATIC ACTIVISTS FOR WOMEN NOW
Greatly Enlightened Male (GEM) Award
– 2023

EAST SIDE TEACHERS ASSOCIATION
The Friend of Education Award In recognition of actions and deeds in holding teachers and the advocacy of teaching as the highest priority while actively working to enhance the effectiveness of public education
– January 24, 2001

EAST SIDE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Board of Trustees Award Recognition of Excellence in Leadership Making a difference for the students of the East Side Union High School District
– 2001
EMPOWERING AMERICAN MUSLIMS AWARD
In honor of Sen. Cortese’s service toward building resilience within and empowering the Arab, Muslim, Middle Eastern, and South Asian (AMEMSA) communities within Santa Clara County and across the state, as well as his commitment to serving underrepresented communities.
– 2023
EVERGREEN BALVIHAR
Guest of Honor, Fifth Annual Gala of the Arts
– 2005

EVERGREEN PTA
Evergreen Parent Teacher Association Council Honorary Service Award for dedicated service to the Evergreen Community
– 2001-2002

FRIENDS OF EVERGREEN LIBRARY
Excellence Award for untiring efforts in support of literacy and community literary services
– January 13, 2002

HISPANIC ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS AND AFFILIATES
Certificate of Appreciation For outstanding active forum participation
– February 6, 2006, San Jose City Hall

HISTORY SAN JOSE
Pacific Hotel Gallery at History Park For support of “Valley of Heart’s Delight” From Orchards To Suburbs in Santa Clara Valley
– August 21, 2001 – June 15, 2002

INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF GURMAT STUDIES, INC.
For outstanding support of Sikh community
– 2008

ITALIAN AMERICAN HERITAGE FOUNDATION
Appreciation Award for service as a Director
– 2002-2006

JUNIOR LEAGUES OF CALIFORNIA
Legislator of the Year Award
– 2023

LE HQI PHAT DN TRUYEN THONG DAN GIAN
In recognition and appreciation of contribution and strong support
– May 26, 2007

LIÊN ĐOÀN HƯỚNG VIỆT
In appreciation for support and dedication in caring for the troops over several years
– September 2010

MEASURE B HIGHWAY PROJECT
Participation in Groundbreaking Ceremonies “Break the Bottleneck” I-880 Widening, July 19, 2001, U.S. 101 Widening, August 17, 2001 “Unknot Traffic on
Local Streets” Route 85/87 Interchange, September 6, 2001

METROPOLITAN EDUCATION DISTRICT
In recognition for being the Key Note Speaker at Central County Occupational Center’s 37th Annual Student Awards Ceremony
– 2006

NAACP
Legislator of the Year Award For efforts on behalf of the residents of Silicon Valley San Jose/Silicon Valley Branch
– 2004

NAACP
Willie Brown Jr. Legislator of the Year Award
– 2014

NAACP
A+ Grade for outstanding commitment to workers’ rights, educational, social and economic equality for all in Silicon Valley
– May 1, 2008

OUR CITY FOREST
People and Trees Award For outstanding tree planting and tree care endeavors to restore the environment, create a greater sense of community and enhance the quality of life for all San Jose area residents

PARENTS HELPING PARENTS
Building Bright Futures Award For creating inclusive play spaces for children with special needs and an inpatient psychiatric facility for youth in crisis in Santa Clara County
– 2018

PACT-PEOPLE ACTING IN COMMUNITY TOGETHER\
Recognition for Participation Immigration Vigil
– May 1, 2007

PRAGNYA
Neuro Ally, Legislator of the Year Award
– 2022

REBUILDING TOGETHER
Partnership recognition with Rebuilding Together Silicon Valley
– April 2003, April 2004, April 2006

REBUILDING TOGETHER
In Appreciation of Generous Support

ROTACARE BAY AREA INC. FREE MEDICAL CLINICS
RotaCare Persistence Plaque In recognition of persistent support of Rota Care Bay Area Inc. Free Medical Clinics
– 2017

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL
Appreciation for serving as President, San Jose Rotary East
– 1989-1990

ROTARY INTERNATIONAL
Certificate of Appreciation For outstanding and dedicated Service Rotary Club of East San Jose
– 1998-99

SAMOAN COMMUNITY
Certificate of Appreciation
– June 1, 2002

SAN JOSE CONSERVATION CORPS + CHARTER SCHOOL
Youth Champion Award
– 2021

SAN JOSE CITY COLLEGE
Friend of the College Award Speaker
– 2008 Commencement

SAN JOSE MOOSE LODGE
Community Service Award San Jose Moose Family Center No. 401
– March 18, 2006

SAN JOSE POLICE-EAST SIDE UNION HIGH SCHOOL BOARD
Certificate of Recognition Operation Safe Campus
– May 13, 2000

SAN JOSE SPORTS AUTHORITY
In appreciation for service, leadership, and dedication to the San Jose Sports Authority Board of Directors
– 2003-2008

SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY
Certificate of Appreciation School of Journalism & Mass Communications

SANTA CLARA COUNTY CITIES ASSOCIATION
Certificate of Appreciation for service as President In recognition of dedicated public service and contributions to public policy for the good of the 15 Cities of our County and the people we serve
– December 8, 2005

SANTA CLARA COUNTY CITIES ASSOCIATION
For service as President
– 2005

SANTA CLARA COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CLUB
Distinguished Legislator Award
– December 8, 2017

SANTA CLARA COUNTY DEMOCRATIC CLUB
For leadership and service to the community
– August 15, 2015

SANTA CLARA COUNTY FOSTER GRANDPARENT PROGRAM
Certificate of Appreciation for outstanding dedication and service
– November 2001

SANTA CLARA COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE
For outstanding support
– 2023

SANTA CLARA VALLEY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
In appreciation for service, leadership and dedication as Chair
– 2002

SANTA TERESA BAPTIST CHURCH
Certificate of Recognition For commitment to communities and dedication to empowering residents
– October 22, 2006

SILICON VALLEY CAPITAL CLUB
Leadership In Appreciation
– 2002-2008

SILICON VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Silicon Valley Community Foundation For outstanding service
– 2002

SILICON VALLEY LEADERSHIP GROUP
Legislator of the Year
– 2003

SILICON VALLEY LEADERSHIP GROUP
Distinguished Leadership Award For visionary leadership, outstanding service to the business community, and dedication to the quality of life in Silicon Valley
– November 10, 2009

SILICON VALLEY LEADERSHIP GROUP
Leadership Group In appreciation of service
– 2004-2010

SIREN, SERVICES IMMIGRANTS RIGHTS AND EDUCATION NETWORK
In recognition of leadership and vision
– June 30, 2006

SOUTH BAY LABOR COUNCIL
Certificate of Recognition In recognition of efforts to raise minimum wage
– July 8, 2000

SOUTHERN CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
Southern Christian Leadership Conference Of Southern California Award Of Excellence In Recognition of Dedication And Service To Human Rights And Social Justice
– 2018

THE BIZZELL GROUP, INC.
Partnerships for Success Certificate of Appreciation Recognized as a Champion of Healthy Living
– 2005

THE COMMERCIAL INTERIOR DESIGN ASSOCIATION
California Legislator of the Year Award
– 2021

THE HEALTH TRUST
Achievement in Building Healthy Communities Award
– 2012

THE LATINO DEMOCRATIC CLUB
Of the 15th Assembly District In recognition of leadership and dedication to the Latino people
– August 24, 2002

THE NAACP 100
Black Men & Women Committee Racial Equality & Civil Rights Award
– 2004

THE SAN JOSE/SILICON VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2016
Community Spirit Award
– May 24, 2016

THE THOMPSON POLICY INSTITUTE ON DISABILITY
Excellence in Disability Advocacy Award
– 2021

UNITED NEGRO COLLEGE FUND
For Making A Difference

UNITED STATES CONGRESS
Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition “In recognition of outstanding and invaluable service to the community”
– June 1, 2002

UNITED WAY BAY AREA
Legislative Champion Award
– 2022

VAPAHCS VOLUNTARY SERVICES
In Appreciation of Support
– August 6, 2007

WETCO AWARD
In recognition of the compassionate manner in which you have demonstrated for the betterment of society
– 2008