The StateScoop 50 Awards annually honor the best and the brightest who make state government more efficient and effective. These awards celebrate the outstanding achievements of our peers and acknowledge their tireless efforts to make a positive impact in the government IT community and in public service.
Nominations Close: March 13, 2026
Voting Opens: March 30, 2026
Voting Closes: April 10, 2026
Winners Announced: April 20, 2026
The visionary state executive leading the charge of technology transformation across their government.
STATE LEADERSHIPThe public sector disruptor helping government implement new technologies, secure systems, revolutionize operations and/or make big change.
STATE IT INNOVATION OF THE YEARThe cutting-edge state IT project that embraces innovation, encourages collaboration and delivers massive results to state agencies and residents.
INDUSTRY LEADERSHIPThe private sector thought leader working hand-in-hand with government IT leaders to drive change in government IT with unique solutions.
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