Strategic Planning & Direct Lobbying
In addition to providing strategic advice about the development and prioritization of legislative initiatives, Longbow engages in direct lobbying advocacy, including presenting written and oral testimony to various legislative committees, the executive branch, local government bodies, and appropriate state agency personnel. Using all legal and ethical means appropriate for success, the firm is adept at identifying and understanding that there are multiple leverage points on any given public policy issue that can assist in advancing a favorable position or mitigating a potential threat.
Procurement
Longbow possesses a successful track record in the procurement process where private entities compete for public sector opportunities. Identifying client opportunities, grasping procurement processes, knowing the political dynamics at play, and delivering impactful messaging are all critical capabilities that the firm can deliver turnkey.
Policy Monitoring & Legislative Reporting
Longbow utilizes experienced professionals, state-of-the-art technology, and advanced legislative resources to ensure that we are aware of all relevant hearings, meetings, proposed legislation, substitutes, and amendments, as well as any major agency rulemakings that impact clients. We provide timely written and/or oral reports to our clients throughout the interim and during the legislative session as needed.
Coalitions
The firm has broad public and private sector experience in building, managing, and participating effectively in coalitions and associations that are beneficial or advantageous to the needs of our clients.
Bill Drafting & Analysis
Longbow works closely with elected officials, staff, and legal counsel to assist in the drafting of bills, amendments, testimony, lobbying materials, rulemaking comments, and other material as required. We critically analyze and address draft legislation returned from Legislative Council or legislative offices.
Meetings & Contacts
Longbow works to schedule meetings, provide introductions, and facilitate access to any legislator, agency head, executive branch official, local official, or industry stakeholder who might be in a position to affect client interests. We work closely throughout the year with virtually all members of the legislature and leadership on a variety of legislative and regulatory issues.
- State Government
- Disaster Recovery
- Transportation
- Energy
- Education
- Environment
- Financial Services
- Water
- Health Care
- Telecommunications
- State Tax Policy