Client Services
We develop strategies to interact with industry associations in promoting clients' legislative priorities to gain support and reduce roadblocks.
Texas Legislative Associates understands the intricacies of Texas government and has shown significant success in working with both the Legislature and state agencies.
The firm is noted for its in-depth knowledge of the political and legislative processes that affect the balance of power in Texas. More than 30 years of experience enhances the firm’s ability to represent those who have vital interests pending before the state of Texas. Our team of former legislators and agency executives offer our clients extraordinary access to key policymakers and a unique understanding of the critical issues pending before the Texas Legislature.
The following is an outline of the governmental services that are available from the firm. These activities will be tailored to meet the needs of the client once priorities and goals are established.
Strategic Planning
Developing a long-term legislative strategy.
Maintain external relations with allied organizations and associations.
Legislative And Regulatory Administration
Draft legislation and secure House and Senate authors to sponsor our bills.
Maintain bill tracking lists.
Coordinate bill analysis activities.
Develop comments and testimony for proposed agency rules.
Session Lobbying
Ensure access to legislators.
Maintain a personal relationship with key legislators.
Communicate positions to legislators.
Work to pass or defeat legislation.
Attend all hearings.
Recruit & prepare witnesses.
Participate in all negotiations.
Secure Governor’s signature or veto.
Industry Coalition Building
Bringing like minded companies together.
Recruit membership from impacted parties.
Building an advocacy plan of action.
Speaking with a united voice.
Protecting participants from individual retribution.
Grass Roots Political Action
Build legislative corporate identity.
Identify key legislative leaders with facilities in their districts.
Help build relationships between legislators and corporate leadership.
Encourage corporate leadership participation in campaigns.
Regulatory Advocacy
Attend all related agency hearings and board meetings.
Identify proposed rules.
Provide testimony and comments.
Assist in compliance issues.
Media & Public Relations
As needed, manage media relations.
Develop key messaging documents & press releases.
Develop effective communications strategies.
Legislative Interim Activities
Identify major interim studies.
Recommend appropriate interim studies.
Monitor all appropriate agencies under sunset review.
Recruit testimony when needed.
Participate in negotiations prior to legislative sessions.