Rising Star Awards Nomination

On November 20th, 2024, Future Caucus will recognize the work of state legislators who embody Future Caucus’ mission of transcending political tribalism. Each award honors Gen Z and millennial lawmakers and Future Caucuses who take initiative in shepherding bipartisan legislation that addresses priority issues in today’s political climate.

– The Rising Star Award highlights millennial and Gen Z leaders—one Republican and one Democrat—and their contributions over the last year.

– The Cherisse Eatmon Collective Impact Award is given to an outstanding Future Caucus for their exemplary leadership and political bridge-building. 

Nominee criteria includes: 

1. Bipartisan Leadership Ability – Nominee has personified Gen Z/millennial leadership by shepherding bipartisan legislation, convening diverse stakeholders to create consensus or conversation, and/or working to identify opportunities to promote cooperation within their legislature.

2. Measurable Outcome – Nominee has worked to “move the needle” in their states around policy issues that disproportionately affect younger generations, as demonstrated through legislative momentum, engagement on state task forces, legislative committees, or other related activity. 

3. Embodiment of the Future Caucus Ethos – Nominee has embodied our values as Leaders, Teammates, and Explorers who: listen first, say “we,” build trust, empower others, break barriers, and innovate freely.

Nominate a legislator or Future Caucus you believe is moving the mission of activating young legislators to bridge the partisan divide forward. Nominees are selected based on their active engagement and their efforts in identifying opportunities to promote political collaboration within their state.