1. The award may be given to anyone who has made a contribution to the profession and the NMATA.
2. Contribution must be made above normal work performed for the NMATA.
3. Any member can nominate a person by requesting and returning an application to the Chairperson of the Honors and Awards Committee and having a letter of support submitted by a second member.

1. A pin is awarded for 5, 10, and 15 years of continuous membership in NMATA.
2. A plague is awarded for 20 and 25 years of continuous membership in NMATA.
3. A special award will be presented to a member achieving 30 years of continuous membership in the NMATA.

The NMATA will add up to $200 to a scholarship awarded to a student who is attending a four year college or university in New Mexico who has been awarded a scholarship by the RMATA. Applications must begin through the NATA Foundation.