WASHINGTON, D.C.—Did you miss the awards ceremony where Secretary Vilsack recognized the exceptional contributions of several Forest Service teams as part of the 73rd Secretary’s Honor Awards?

 You can still watch the ceremony on YouTube, and you can follow along using the awards program.

Forest Service employees were recognized in the following categories:

• Category 1: Award for Combating Climate Change to Support America's Working Lands, Natural Resources, and Communities

  • National Climate Assessment Team: Forest Service employees served as part of this team under the Office of the Chief Economist

  • Climate Risk Viewer Team

• Category 5: Award for Expanding Opportunities for Economic Development and Improving the Quality of Life in Rural and Tribal Communities

  • Forest Service Inaugural Equity Team

• Category 6: Award for Attracting, Inspiring, and Retaining an Engaged and Motivated Workforce That's Proud to Represent USDA

  • Forest Service Controlled Correspondence Team

• 2023 Presidential Rank Awards: Meritorious Executive Award

  • Deputy Chief Chris French, National Forest System

The Secretary’s Honor Awards serve as a platform to honor our deserving colleagues.