New York’s Best in Government Affairs: Selected by Their Peers

New York’s top lobbyists, legislative staff, association leaders, policy strategists, communicators, rising stars, and longtime legends will be celebrated at an Albany ceremony this September.

ALBANY, NY, August 25, 2026 (EZ Newswire) — Great work in government affairs usually happens behind the scenes. Not this time. Capitol Confidential Pro, powered by USLege and supported by Times Union, today announced the 46 winners of the 2026 Best in Government Affairs Awards for New York — standout professionals shaping policy across the Empire State, honored across seven categories and selected entirely by their peers.