Tim brings Republicans and Democrats together. Diverse organizations — from business and labor to doctors and patient groups — recognize the work Tim has done to improve the lives of Western Pennsylvania's families.
Distinguished Community Health Champion Award, 2008
The National Association of Community Health Centers honored Tim for his work on HR 1313, which would increase the number of doctors at community clinics by extending tort insurance to volunteer physicians.
2006 Komen Women's Advocate Award
The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation recognized Tim's work to raise awareness of women's health issues.
Small Business Champion
For supporting entrepreneurship and low-tax policies that encourage job creation, the Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council named Tim a "champion" in the 109th Congress.
Spirit of Enterprise Award, 2005-2008
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce recognizes members who take positions that promote a healthy, job-creating American economy.
Award for Manufacturing Legislative Excellence, 100% Club
The National Association of Manufacturing bestowed this honor on Tim because he voted to stop frivolous lawsuits and reduce manufacturers' energy costs.
Hero of the Taxpayer Award, 2003-2006
The Americans for Tax Reform presented this commendation to Tim for pledging not to raise federal taxes.
National Federation of Independent Business Guardian of Small Business
Award, 108th, 109th Congress
The NFIB honors representatives who side with small businesses and their pro-growth agenda at least 70 percent of the time.
American Psychological Association Outstanding Leadership Award
The APA presented to Tim this prestigious award for his work to provide mental health services to veterans and eliminate the bias against psychological treatment in health insurance plans.
2004 Small Business Advocate
The Small Business Survival Committee presented members of the 108th Congress this award for supporting American's small business and entrepreneurial class.
Thomas Jefferson Award, 2004, 2006
Food Marketing Institute and the International Food Service Distributors Association
Tim received this honor for committing to a system of free enterprise on tax issues.
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill Award (2004)
NAMI recognized Tim's work as co-chair of the House Bipartisan Mental Health Caucus.
Pennsylvania American Legion Outstanding Service Award
2004 Legislator of the Year
The National Mental Health Association recognized Tim's work to raise awareness of mental health issues, specifically on the behalf of children and veterans.
Guardian for Seniors Rights, 2005-2006
The 60 Plus Association honored Tim for backing legislation that promotes less taxes and less government regulation on the lives of seniors.
True Blue, 2007
The Family Research Council and Focus on the Family honored Tim for consistently taking pro-life and pro-family positions.
Legislator of the Year, 2008
The National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare presented Tim with this prestigious honor for introducing legislation that would increase funding for mental health services provided by community clinics, and ensure adequate funding of mental health services through Medicare and Medicaid.
Top 100 Irish-Americans, 2008
Being one of the few psychologists ever elected to Congress and being a passionate advocate for mental health care led Irish American Magazine to name Tim one of the country's top 100 Irish-Americans.
Friends of Children's Mental Health Award, 2008
The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry recognized Tim's effort to deliver mental health care services to all Americans in need of it, especially low-income children.
Protector of Property Rights Award, 2005-2006
The Property Rights Alliance recognized Tim for his commitment to the sanctity of intellectual and physical property rights.
Friend of Farm Bureau Award
Tim was nominated by the state Farm Bureau and approved by the Board of Directors of the American Farm Bureau Federation for supporting family farmers.
