Awards and Recognition

Among the numerous awards Linda has received are:

• NOW Woman of Courage
• YWCA Women on the Move
• Arizona Art Advocate
• Arizona School Boards Association Legislator of the Year
• National Association of Social Workers Legislator of the Year
• A. T. Still University Crystal Award for Dental Program for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
• Distinguished Service to Exceptional Children Award
• Sunnyside School District Hall of Fame
• Arizona Human Rights Fund Unsung Hero Award
• Planned Parenthood Defender of Choice Award
• Harriet Tubman Vanguard Award
• Arizona School Boards Association Golden Apple Award
• 2012 Hero of Arizona Cities and Towns
• Straight but Not Narrow: Most Supportive Public Figure 2012