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New York · 2026
Longtime Legends in Government Affairs
7 New York honorees named Longtime Legends in Government Affairs in 2026, selected by their peers.
Honors the professionals whose decades of work have shaped New York government affairs. Trusted veterans, mentors, and dealmakers whose reputations are built on results, relationships, and respect.
The 2026 honorees are selected and listed below. Nominations closed on June 26, 2026, and every honoree was chosen entirely by peer nomination and advisory board review. There is never a cost to nominate or be featured.
The Honor
What every winner receives.
A feature profile on the 2026 Best in Government Affairs webpage
A custom award badge and digital toolkit to share the win
Exclusive promotion to the USLege network of 12,000+ policy professionals and media partners
Notification as part of a public recognition campaign, with selections based on the strength and volume of nominations
2026 Honorees
The 2026 Longtime Legends in Government Affairs.
These are the 7 New York honorees named Longtime Legends in Government Affairs in the 2026 USLege Best in Government Affairs Awards. Select any honoree to read their full profile, or see the full 47-honoree slate.
Bill Ferris
NYS Legislative Representative AARP New York
Rick Ostroff
President & CEO Ostroff Associates
Christine Rutigliano
President Roffe Group of Robinson+Cole
Robert Megna
President Nelson A. Rockefeller Institute of Government
Patricia Reilly
Principal Consultant and Lobbyist Patricia Reilly Consulting
Ross Frommer
Vice President of Government Affairs Columbia University Irving Medical CenterQuestions
About Longtime Legends in Government Affairs in New York.
Who are the most respected government affairs veterans in New York?
The 2026 New York Longtime Legends in Government Affairs honorees are listed on this page, chosen through peer nomination and reviewed by the New York advisory board. Select any honoree to read their profile.
When are the 2026 New York Longtime Legends in Government Affairs honorees recognized?
The 2026 honorees are selected and published on this page. Nominations closed on June 26, 2026, and every honoree is recognized on stage at Lark Hall in Albany on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
How are winners selected?
Winners are chosen entirely through peer nominations. Final selections are based on the strength and volume of nominations received. There is no cost to nominate or be featured.
Every Category
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The 2026 USLege Best in Government Affairs Awards will recognize New York honorees across eight categories.