Florida’s Transportation Hall of Fame Award was designed in 2003 for the CUTR Advisory Board to recognize individuals who have made significant contributions to Florida transportation. Recipients are nominated by the CUTR Advisory Board in the Spring of each year and are honored at the Awards event in the Fall that recognizes their significant transportation leadership, insight, and innovation throughout their distinguished careers.
2026 Hall of Fame Inductee
Jeff Brandes
Founder and President, Florida Policy Project | Former Florida State Senator
Jeff Brandes is widely recognized as one of Florida’s most influential transportation innovators and policymakers. During his 12 years in the Florida Legislature, he championed transformative transportation initiatives that helped position Florida as a national leader in emerging mobility technologies. His accomplishments include sponsoring landmark autonomous vehicle legislation, advancing statewide ridesharing policy, supporting electric vehicle infrastructure, championing micromobility solutions, and helping advance the vision for SunTrax, Florida’s premier advanced transportation testing facility.
A decorated Army transportation officer and combat veteran, Brandes has dedicated his career to improving the movement of people and goods through forward-thinking policy, innovation, and leadership. His lasting contributions have helped shape Florida’s transportation future and fostered a culture of innovation across the state.
