Rising Star Awards & Javits Prize Nomination

At a time when public trust is fractured and polarization is rewarded, Future Caucus is proud to honor the elected leaders in the country who are proving a better way is possible.

America needs leaders who reject the cynicism and hyperpartisanship of this moment in favor of something more ambitious: solving our most urgent challenges with a spirit of political entrepreneurship that builds broad coalitions and expands what is politically possible.

Honorees are not content to succeed in the system as it is. Through their leadership, not only do they creatively forge relationships which allow them to get results today, but they model an approach which can improve how our democratic institutions serve the American people. 

A trio of awards celebrates this innovative leadership:

• The Rising Star Award recognizes an individual Gen Z or millennial state legislator whose cross-partisan collaboration has led to measurable impact on a state-level challenge, whether through policy, public engagement, or civic renewal.
• The Cherisse Eatmon Collective Impact Award honors a partnership of two or more politically diverse young state legislators who have built consensus on a challenging public issue, ideally resulting in meaningful legislation.
• The Jacob K. Javits Prize for Bipartisan Leadership is awarded to Members of Congress who have bridged partisan divides on issues of urgent national concern, resulting in legislative achievements that advance the public interest. Learn more about the Javits Prize.

​Nominees are exceptional leaders who:

• Forge authentic working relationships across differing viewpoints to advance legislative solutions on issues of urgent public significance.
• Demonstrate catalytic leadership that inspires peers to aim higher, think differently, and work together—advancing a new model of public service rooted in collaboration, integrity, and a commitment to the common good.