Peyton Tuthill Award

The Peyton Tuthill Award goes to a legislator, victims’ advocate, law enforcement officer, or another individual with demonstrated exceptional leadership and service to the Commission. While recipients are not professionally involved in the Compact, their outstanding contributions uphold the Commission’s mission to promote public safety, improve offender outcomes, and protect victims. Peyton Tuthill became an unfortunate symbol during the development of the Compact. Her tragic death served as a daily reminder to policymakers across the nation as to why this Compact and its tenets were critical to the preservation of public safety. Today, her memory continues to shape discussions and policies regarding public safety. This award pays tribute to the success of the Compact and its mission, and it honors Peyton and her family.

Executive Chair Award

Every year, the chair has the honor of presenting an award to a commissioner who makes essential and lasting contributions to the Commission. The individuals recognized through this award embody qualities of leadership, service, and commitment. They inspire us and lift the Commission through their efforts. 

Executive Director Award

The recipient of the Executive Director Award exhibits outstanding leadership skills and dedication to the Interstate Commission through extraordinary service. This individual is a Compact Administrator or Deputy Compact Administrator who:

• Promotes the Spirit of the Compact;
• Advocates the values and mission of the Commission;
• Demonstrates achievements in the successful movement of offenders and their reintegration into society;
• Employs strategies for ensuring public safety;
• Effectively communicates with other Compact professionals.