WASHINGTON—The Javits Foundation and Results for America honored three lawmakers for their bipartisan accomplishments. Late Senator Lugar (R-Ind.) was honored with the lifetime achievement award. Representatives Hakeem Jefferies (D-N.Y.) and Doug Collins (R-Ga.) were honored for their legislative partnership and spearheading the First Step Act.
Each year, the honor goes to lawmakers “whose achievements advance the public interest without regard to political affiliation.” The event recognizes the tireless work of elected representatives who overcome the often crippling partisan gridlock. Reaching across the aisle has always been an issue in Congress, but has gotten to a feverish level in the current political environment.
