Carla’s Awards & Endorsements During her time in elected office, Carla has received many awards and endorsements, including:

MN Police & Peace Officers Association

MN Professional Firefighters Association

Economic Development Legislator of Distinction

Legislator of the Year

Public Service Award

Minnesota Charter School Champion Award

Distinguished Advocacy Award


Legislator of the Year Award

Farm & Rural Legislator Award

Legislative Champion Award

School Social Work Legislator of the Year


North Central States Regional Council of Carpenters

Local Control Legislator of the Year

Champion of Racial Justice


Friend of Public Education Award

Distinguished Legislator Award


Guardian of Small Business Award

Friend of Retail Award

Legislator of Distinction

Environment Legislator of Distinction
