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Awards

Honoring individual leadership and state initiatives advancing government excellence.

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State IT Recognition Awards

Honoring technology innovation and excellence in state government.

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Awards Library

Inside the Awards Library, you’ll find entries for the State IT Recognition Awards that highlight technology innovation and excellence in action. These write-ups offer a behind-the-scenes look at what states are building, piloting, and scaling—providing inspiration for fellow states and valuable insight for partners looking to better understand state priorities

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Individual Leadership Awards

Spotlighting the people shaping the future of state technology.

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Technology Champion Award

Recognizes leaders who elevate the role of technology and how it is positioned, supported and applied within the public sector.

State Technology Innovator Award

Celebrates individuals who turn ideas into action by advancing state technology through new approaches, tools and service improvements.

Thomas M. Jarrett State Cybersecurity Leadership Award

Honors state CISOs whose leadership and commitment have strengthened cybersecurity and protected the public trust.

Meritorious Service Award

A peer-recognized honor for state CIOs whose leadership and service have meaningfully advanced state government and NASCIO’s mission.

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  • AWARDS: Who can submit a state award?

    Only a state employee may submit a State IT Recognition Award. Many states and companies collaborate on an entry, but all communication about it will be handled via the state contact.

  • AWARDS: Who can submit a leadership award nomination?

    Nominations must be submitted by an individual employed by a NASCIO organizational member. Corporate member may only submit one nomination per the company; if multiple are submitted, the membership contact will contacted for guidance.

  • AWARDS: Who is eligible for leadership awards?

    Please view details for each award as eligibility criteria differs. With the exception of the Technology Champion Award, leadership award recipients must be an employee of state government (not a contractor). State CIOs are only eligible for the Meritorious Service Award.