#36 - Renzo Soto: Tech Policy Advancement with TechNet

Welcome to Episode #36 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Renzo Soto, Executive Director for Texas and the Southeast at TechNet, a leading network of technology CEOs and senior executives advocating for innovation-friendly policies.Renzo shares his inspiring journey from immigrating to Harlingen, Texas, to shaping tech policy at the highest levels. He reflects on his time in the Texas Legislature, his work on education and workforce development, and his transition into tech advocacy.The conversation explores the pressing challenges and opportunities in Texas tech policy:Cybersecurity & State Modernization – How Texas can protect its digital infrastructure and embrace 21st-century systems.Workforce & Education – Building an inclusive talent pipeline to support rapid tech job growth.AI & Emerging Tech Policy – Balancing innovation with safety and fairness, and how Texas compares to other states like Florida and Georgia.Renzo also offers advice to young professionals and underrepresented communities aspiring to make an impact in tech and public policy, while sharing his vision for Texas as a national leader in smart, inclusive technology policy.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more deep dives into Texas policy and business news.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: @Laura_USLege 💼 LinkedIn: @Laura Carr 📸 Instagram: @thereallauracarr 🛍️ ShopMy: @lauraluise ✍️ Substack: @lauraluise 🔗 Links: @lauraluise 📲 Follow USLege ✨ Instagram: @uslege.ai 📘 Facebook: @uslege.ai 🐦 Twitter: @USLege_ai 💼 LinkedIn: @USLege🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business ▶️ YouTube: @BillsandBusiness 🎵 Spotify: Bills and Business by USLege 🍎 Apple Podcasts: Bills and Business by USLege 🎥 TikTok: @billsandbusiness📲 Follow Renzo Soto 🐦 Twitter: @renzo_soto21 💼 LinkedIn: @Renzo Soto📲 Follow TechNet 🐦 Twitter: @TechNetUpdate 💼 LinkedIn: @TechNet🎬 Produced by USLege 📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!