The Congressional Award is an award given by Congress to outstanding young Americans. In 1979, the United States Congress established the award program to "recognize initiative, service, and achievement in young people." The Congressional Award is a nonpartisan, voluntary, and non-competitive award. The program is open for all individuals from the age of 14 up until their 24th birthday.

Malcolm Wallop was an American rancher and politician. He served as a United States Senator from Wyoming from 1977 to 1995. He was a member of the Republican Party.