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Honor Awards Program

Since 1949, the Department has granted honor awards in the form of Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals. The Gold and Silver Medals are the highest and second highest honor granted by the Secretary for distinguished and exceptional performance. The Bronze Medal is granted by the head of an operating unit or Secretarial Officer for superior performance. 

Honor Awards are granted in seven categories: Leadership, Personal and Professional Service, Scientific/Engineering Achievement, Organizational Development, Customer Service, Administrative/Technical Support, or Heroism. For additional information on this program and to view previous award booklets, click one of the links below:

76th Annual Honor Awards Information

Link to the Honor Awards Nomination System (HANS) website.

Link to the HANS Access Request Form.

Recent Program Booklets

Archived Program Booklets