Who Should Be Nominated?
We’re seeking nominees whose work has had a demonstrable and lasting impact on federal tax law, policy, or administration. Eligible nominees include:
Federal tax officials or public servants
Legal practitioners or litigators
Academics or researchers focused on federal tax issues
Journalists or public commentators
Advocacy groups or nonprofit organizations
Regulatory professionals or tax administrators
Nominees may be individuals, groups, or institutions. The award celebrates powerful and timely contributions to the field of state and local taxation, rather than lifetime achievement. Eligible contributions must have occurred within the past five years or demonstrated a lasting and meaningful impact during that period. The work must serve the public interest, not merely the financial interests of the nominee or their affiliates.
Selection Criteria
Nominations will be evaluated by an expert panel using the following criteria:
Innovation – New approaches to legal, policy, or administrative challenges
Impact – Measurable outcomes, such as reform, precedent, or policy shifts
Significance – Breadth and importance of the issue addressed
Integrity – Ethical execution and public-mindedness
Alignment With Tax Analysts’ Mission – Transparency, education, and engagement
Nomination Process
Nominations must be submitted via our online platform.
Self-nominations are permitted.
Nominees must be living.
Supporting documents (e.g., filings, media coverage, published work) are encouraged.
Nominations are confidential.
Nominators must certify that the nominee can attend the award ceremony on May 8 at the 2026 May Tax Meeting in Washington D.C. If the nominee wins, Tax Analysts will provide them with an all-expenses-paid trip to the event to receive their award.