Coming soon: Nominations for The Hill’s Top Lobbyists 2026

The Hill will soon start accepting nominations for its annual Top Lobbyists list !

Slated to release in early December, the list highlights the most impactful lobbyists at firms, companies, trade associations and advocacy groups.

Starting Oct. 2 at 8:30 a.m. EDT, nominations can be submitted using this form . Nominations will not be accepted through email.

Submissions must include a statement explaining why the nominee should be considered a Top Lobbyist, including a specific example of their impact over the past year. Did they score a big win for their client? Did they bring in a major client or multiple new clients? Did they bend the ear of a powerful individual at a pivotal moment? Are they a superstar fundraiser?

Nominations will only be accepted through the form.

Nominations will not be accepted through email.

Nominations will not be accepted after the Nov. 6 deadline.

All parts of the nomination form must be completed.

A single firm, business or trade association can nominate up to five individuals.

Nominations will be due Friday, Nov. 6, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. EST.