Advocacy and Lobbying before the Texas Legislature and State Agencies

The City of Waco is seeking a governmental affairs consultant to provide advocacy and lobbying services before the Texas Legislature and State Agencies. The selected consultant will represent the City as trusted advisors, lobbyists, and expert navigators, and demonstrate strong relationships with members of the Texas State Legislature, representatives of the City, and state government staffers in Austin. The consultant will provide lobbying and political advocacy at the state and local levels, build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, and provide advice and counsel on political and legislative strategy. • The consultant will be required to provide references from other represented municipalities. • The consultant will be expected to provide timely communication and responsive assistance to City staff and in interactions with State officials. • The consultant will be responsible for monitoring legislative interim committees and identifying potentially harmful and beneficial issues before and during legislative sessions. • The consultant will be required to provide bill tracking and regular updates on issues/legislation that may affect the City during the legislative session.