The Hill announced its inaugural Top Women Shaping Policy recognition program, highlighting 50 women who influence government decision-making in Washington and state capitals across the country.

The publication held an event Wednesday to celebrate the honorees, bringing together lawmakers and senior leaders from across the political spectrum. The recognition covers women working in various roles, including congressional staff members, state legislators, and political strategists.

According to The Hill, the selected women work extensively behind the scenes to help steer policy agendas on both sides of the political aisle. The program aims to spotlight the growing influence of women in policy development and government leadership roles.

The timing of the recognition comes as the 119th Congress enters its second year and the 2026 midterm election cycle begins to take shape. The Hill noted that women continue to be at the center of major policy debates on issues ranging from healthcare and housing to education and artificial intelligence regulation.

The event emphasized what organizers called the unique role women play in driving policy progress, from federal legislative halls to state government offices nationwide. The recognition program appears designed to highlight both visible and behind-the-scenes contributions of women in shaping government policy decisions.