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The IAEM-USA National Security Award is the highest honor bestowed by IAEM upon a citizen of the United States, who through unselfish and dedicated leadership has significantly contributed to the furtherance of a strong civil defense program as a part of our national security. The IAEM-USA Board of Directors give this award at their discretion; it is not part of the IAEM Awards Competition.

In Memoriam: President George H.W. Bush (1924-2018) 
In 1993, IAEM recognized President George H. W. Bush with the IAEM-USA National Security Award, for his dedication to national security by resolutely sustaining policies leading to the end of the Cold War era. He served the United States as its 41st President from 1989 to 1993. In the photo, IAEM President John K. Schroeder (left) presented the award to President Bush at his home in Kennebunkport, Maine. We join others who are extending condolences to the entire Bush family. President Bush’s life of service is an example to us all.

1969	Representative Chet Holifield, CA
1970	Sen. John O. Pastore, RI
1971	Rep. Edward Herbert, LA
1972	Rep. Tom Steed, OK
1973	Rep. Bob Wilson, CA
1974	Sen. John C. Stennis, MS
1975	Sen. Hubert H. Humphrey, MN
1976	Sen. Howard H. Baker, TN
1977	Rep. Jack Brinkley, GA
1978	Rep. William Whitehurst, VA
1979	Rep. Donald Mitchell, NY
1980	Rep. Ike Skelton, MO
1981	Sen. Harrison H. Schmitt, NM
1982	Sen. Strom Thurmond, SC
1983	President Ronald W. Reagan
1984	Dr. Edward Teller, CA
1986	Dr. Max Klinghoffer, FL
1987	Rep. Tom Ridge, PA
1988	Gen. Julius Becton, Jr., FEMA
1989	Marilyn Quayle, Washington, DC
1991	Grant Peterson, FEMA
1992	President George H.W. Bush
2002	Gov. Tom Ridge, Washington, DC
2008	R. David Paulison, FEMA Administrator
2016	W. Craig Fugate, FEMA Administrator