Connerly & Associates has successfully guided numerous legislative proposals from initial concept through the legislative process to signature by the governor. Our team has extensive experience providing public testimony before legislative committees and working closely with state regulators to ensure that policies and regulations reflect the interests and needs of our clients.
We also represent clients at the local level, working with code enforcement officials, planning and zoning departments, and municipal governing bodies. With decades of experience in government affairs, we provide thoughtful, strategic advocacy at every level of the process.
We are committed to putting our experience and relationships to work on behalf of the organizations we serve.
Legislative Advocacy
• Review and analysis of bills introduced in the legislature
• Summaries of legislation relevant to clients
• Ongoing monitoring and status reporting on key bills
• Preparation and distribution of bill position letters
• Meetings with legislators and staff
• Testimony at legislative committee hearings
• Collaboration and coalition-building with aligned organizations
• Planning and coordination of Legislative Day at the Capitol
Proactive Legislative Strategy
• Drafting of client-sponsored legislation
• Identification of legislative authors
• Strategic guidance throughout the legislative process
• Stewardship of legislation from introduction through final action
Regulatory Advocacy
• Monitoring of state regulatory processes
• Representation at regulatory hearings
• Analysis and reporting on regulatory developments
• Coordination with agencies and stakeholders
Local Government Advocacy
• Representation before local agencies and governing bodies
• Engagement with planning, zoning, and code enforcement officials
• Support on local regulatory and policy matters
Political Action Committee Support
• Administration of PAC contributions and records
• Research and recommendations on recipients
• Compliance support and reporting
Focused on Your Interests
Our advocacy work is grounded in preparation, relationships, and a clear understanding of our clients’ goals. We work collaboratively with leadership to ensure their voice is heard and their interests are effectively represented.