U.S. Sen. Katie Britt was named Legislative Conservationist of the Year by the Alabama Wildlife Federation for her work supporting wildlife, conservation and natural resource initiatives.
Britt (R-Montgomery) received the honor during the Alabama Wildlife Federation’s 2026 Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards banquet Aug. 7 in Prattville.
“Alabamians know that ‘Alabama the Beautiful’ isn’t just a reflection of our state’s splendor and abundant natural resources, it’s a testament to our incredible farmers, fisherman, foresters, cattlemen, and so many more who work tirelessly to steward and preserve them,” Britt said.
“It’s a true honor to be named the Legislative Conservationist of the Year by the Alabama Wildlife Federation—an organization that I have been proud to serve in and now partner with to advance important legislative priorities. From our pristine Gulf Coast, to our rivers and waterways, to our farmland, to the millions of acres of forests that cover our great state, Alabama’s beauty is second-to-none. It’s an incredible privilege to fight for responsible conservation solutions in the Senate that protect these God-given resources and support the Alabamians who tend to them each and every day.”
The awards have been presented by AWF for more than 50 years to recognize individuals and organizations for contributions to the conservation of Alabama’s wildlife and other natural resources.
Britt has a longstanding connection to the organization. Before her election to the U.S. Senate, she served on the Alabama Wildlife Federation’s board of directors, a role also noted in her official Senate biography of conservation work.
AWF pointed to a number of conservation efforts Britt has supported since taking office, including funding for fisheries research, combating aquatic invasive species and oyster restoration in Alabama waters.
The organization also highlighted the expansion of the Talladega National Forest and Hollins Wildlife Management Area by 1,400 acres, along with Britt’s support for legislation involving wildlife management, reforestation and white oak conservation.
Last year, Britt joined a bipartisan group of senators in launching the Senate Stewardship Caucus, which is focused on conservation of public lands and waters, wildlife habitat and responsible natural resource management.
“I’m grateful to be part of founding the bipartisan Nature Caucus and represent Alabama the Beautiful,” Britt said when the caucus was launched. “It’s our job as legislators to work toward responsible conservation solutions.”
AWF said Britt’s work in the Senate has helped advance the same conservation priorities that previously motivated her service on the organization’s board.
The Alabama Wildlife Federation was established in 1935 and describes itself as Alabama’s oldest and largest citizens’ conservation organization.
The annual awards banquet was co-sponsored by Alabama Power Company and PowerSouth Energy. Gov. Kay Ivey also provided a congratulatory video for this year’s recipients.
Sawyer Knowles is a state and political reporter for Yellowhammer News. You may contact him at [email protected].
