TUCSON — U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Ariz., is taking nominations of men and women who have served their communities and their country.
Ciscomani announced nominations are now open for 2026 Veteran Service Leader awards.
The award focuses on the veteran’s post-military career and contributions to their community, including volunteer work and leadership roles they have held.
To qualify a veteran must have received an honorable discharge, supported by the veteran’s DD214 form. Veterans may self-nominate.
Click here to nominate a veteran. Submissions will be accepted through Aug. 15.
Previous Graham County Veteran Service Leader Award recipients:
- 2024 — Eric Bejarano, Safford city manager and Marine Corps veteran
- 2025 — Ed Lopez, Southern Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce regional director and Army veteran
- 2025 — Arnold Lopez, Safford vice mayor and Army veteran
- 2025 — John Rhodes, former Graham County Republican Committee chairman and Army veteran
- 2025 — Mick Ruiz, Safford Administrative Events liaison and Navy veteran
- 2026 — William Civish, former BLM Gila District manager and Army veteran
