Today, the Orrin G. Hatch Foundation announced that it will recognize Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) with the “Titan of Public Service” award during a special gala event at Salt Lake City’s Grand America Hotel on August 7, 2025.
The award, inspired by the Foundation’s namesake, Senator Orrin G. Hatch, is presented to leaders who have demonstrated extraordinary dedication to civic leadership throughout their careers.
Senator Cotton has served with distinction in the U.S. Senate since 2015, where he is a member of the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, the Armed Services Committee, the Joint Economic Committee, and the Intelligence Committee, where he serves as the Chairman. Senator Cotton is the third-ranking member in the Senate Republican leadership as Chairman of the Senate Republican Conference. Before entering public service, Senator Cotton served nearly five years as an Infantry Officer in the United States Army, including tours in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Upon the announcement, Senator Cotton said:
“Senator Orrin Hatch was a man of profound principles and unshakable dedication to his country. It is deeply humbling to receive this award named in his honor, and I remain committed to upholding the values he held dear—faith in America, commitment to service, and an unwavering belief in the promise of our nation.”
“Senator Cotton embodies the ideals of courage, service, and leadership that Senator Hatch championed throughout his career,” said Matt Sandgren, Executive Director of the Hatch Foundation. “From his distinguished military service to his work in the Senate, Senator Cotton has demonstrated an unrelenting commitment to America’s principles and its people. We are honored to present him with the ‘Titan of Public Service’ award.“
“Senator Cotton represents the best of public service—dedicated, principled, and committed to our nation,”said A. Scott Anderson, Chairman of the Hatch Foundation.“His service, both in uniform and in the Senate, reflects the same deep sense of duty that defined Senator Hatch’s career. The Hatch Foundation is honored to recognize his achievements and contributions.”
“Senator Cotton’s record speaks for itself—distinguished military service, steadfast leadership, and a commitment to America’s founding principles,” said former U.S. Senator Gordon Smith (R-Oregon), Board Member of the Hatch Foundation. “His exemplary dedication to public service is evident to all who follow his work. It is an honor to celebrate his contributions to our nation.“
The award ceremony will bring together current and former leaders to honor Senator Cotton’s exemplary service and his dedication to the principles that defined Senator Hatch’s legacy.
