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State Senator Keith Kreiman was presented with a GOLD STAR award from the Iowa State Sheriffs and Deputies Association (ISSDA) on February 3.  The GOLD STAR Awards are given to no more than five individuals each year.

"Protecting Iowa citizens and keeping peace in our communities is one of the primary roles of government," says ISSDA President Curt Braby of the Louisa County Sheriffs' Office. "While we are fortunate in Iowa to have overwhelming support of public safety initiatives among our legislative delegation and state leaders, the recipients of the GOLD STAR Award have distinguished themselves by going above and beyond to respond to serious public safety and law enforcement challenges. This is a special honor that is not given lightly; it is an honor these individuals have earned through their public service."

Senator Kreiman was honored for his leadership on several criminal justice and public safety initiatives but especially for his personal involvement in pushing for tougher laws against sexual predators with the passage of SF 340 last year.  Senator Kreiman (left) was photographed at the event with Wapello County Sheriff Don Kirkendall (right).