Bills and Business by USLege

Welcome to Episode #47 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Davis, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Pavan Kumar, General Manager of Ultrahuman's advanced health tech facility, to explore what happens when cutting-edge biosensor technology meets the realities of smart manufacturing, FDA regulation, and federal policy advocacy.Pavan brings a rare combination of credentials to the conversation: a PhD in mechanical engineering from UT Dallas, a decade running a maker space and fab lab in India, and a fellowship in Washington DC that introduced him to the world of policy and advocacy. At Ultrahuman, he led the buildout of one of the first smart wearables manufacturing facilities in the United States, managing a team of 100 people while driving automation and reshoring strategies designed to make domestic production viable at scale. His work has since taken him from the factory floor to Capitol Hill, where he is actively advocating for an open, competitive wearables market that protects consumer choice and prevents monopolistic patent abuse in the health tech space.In this conversation, Laura and Pavan cover the full arc of the wearables revolution, from CGMs and smart rings to ambient home monitoring and women's health, and unpack why the future of preventative healthcare depends not just on better devices but on better policy. They also dig into what automation really means for manufacturing jobs, why the US is the global leader in wearables adoption, and why every company building in a regulated industry needs to be at the table when the rules are being written.Don't forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more deep dives into policy and business news.📲 Follow Laura Davis🐦 Twitter: @Laura_USLege💼 LinkedIn: @Laura Davis📸 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 Pavan Kumar💼 LinkedIn: @Pavan Kumar, Ph.D.🎬 Produced by USLege📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #46 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Davis, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Megan Mauro, President and CEO of the Texas Association of Business and Texas Chapter President of the American Innovators Network.Megan brings a dual perspective to the conversation, representing both established companies and the startups and entrepreneurs that make up little tech. Laura and Megan dig into one of the most important distinctions in tech policy today: regulating behavior versus regulating technology. Megan argues that innovators should not be penalized for unintended consequences, and that the most effective policy outcomes happen when industry comes to lawmakers early with solutions, not just grievances.The episode also covers AI's real impact on workforce creation, the growth of traditional manufacturing tied to the tech sector, and why founders and operators in heavily regulated industries need to be in the room where policy decisions are made. Whether you are a founder, an operator, or a policy professional, this episode is a clear-eyed look at how to protect innovation while keeping consumers and communities protected too. Don't forget to follow Bills & Business for more insightful conversations on policy and business.📲 Follow Laura Davis🐦 Twitter: @Laura_USLege💼 LinkedIn: @Laura Davis📸 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 Megan Mauro🐦 Twitter: @MeganMauroTX💼 LinkedIn: @Megan Mauro🎬 Produced by USLege📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #45 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Davis, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Laura Davis, Co-Founder and Chief Business Officer at USLege.In this special Season 2 kickoff, Laura Davis shares how her career spanning the U.S. House, Senate, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and the Texas Capitol led to the creation of USLege. After years of navigating inefficient legislative processes, she transformed firsthand frustration into a platform designed to simplify policy tracking and empower businesses, advocates, and government professionals.The conversation explores how USLege approaches growth across sales, marketing, product, and account management. Laura highlights how companies can shift from viewing policy as compliance to seeing it as a strategic advantage, while also sharing insights on building tools for time-constrained professionals and maintaining trust in high-stakes legislative environments.Don’t forget to follow Bills & Business for more insightful conversations on Texas policy and business.📲 Follow Laura Davis🐦 Twitter: ⁠@Laura_USLege⁠ 💼 LinkedIn: ⁠@Laura Carr⁠ 📸 Instagram: ⁠@thereallauracarr⁠ 🛍️ ShopMy: ⁠@lauraluise⁠ ✍️ Substack: ⁠@lauraluise⁠ 🔗 Links: ⁠@lauraluise📲 USLege Team💼 Luke Markey: @Luke Markey💼 James Herring: @James Herring💼 Jess McDonald: @Jess McDonald💼 Eric Davis: @Eric Davis📲 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🎬 Produced by USLege📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #44 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Hope Osborn, Co-Founder of The Pink Granite Foundation.Hope shares the story behind The Pink Granite Foundation, a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to uplifting, connecting, and supporting women in Texas politics. She discusses the organization’s beginnings, its commitment to bipartisan community, and the impact of the 2025 Pink Granite Party. Hope also highlights Pink Granite’s year-round programming, mentorship models, and the essential role community plays for women working in high-pressure legislative environments.The conversation also dives into why women’s leadership in politics matters, the barriers that still exist, and how organizations like Pink Granite help build pathways for the next generation of leaders. Hope reflects on the cultural and policy implications of women’s involvement in public service and shares what’s ahead for the organization.Don’t forget to follow Bills & Business for more insightful conversations on Texas policy and business.

Welcome to Episode #43 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Wes Benedict, Grassroots Manager at Texans for Reasonable Solutions.Wes shares his experience in community organizing, cross-partisan advocacy, and the importance of practical policy conversations. He offers insight into how grassroots work has evolved in a polarized climate and how organizations can still bring people together around common goals.The discussion covers housing, infrastructure, water, and local governance, all of which shape economic growth and community well-being. Wes explains why these issues matter to Texas residents and business leaders and what Texans should be watching as the special session continues.Don’t forget to follow Bills & Business for more insightful conversations on Texas policy and business.📲 Follow Laura Carr 🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/Laura_USLege">@Laura_USLege</a> 💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/">@Laura Carr</a> 📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a> 🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a> ✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a> 🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege ✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a> 📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a> 🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a> 💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business ▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a> 🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a> 🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a> 🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@uslege">@billsandbusiness</a>📲 Follow Wes Benedict🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/Wes_Benedict">@Wes_Benedict</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/wes-benedict/">@Wes Benedict</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a> 📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #42 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Glenn Hamer, President and CEO of the Texas Association of Business, to break down the America’s AI Action Plan and its impact on Texas’s business and innovation ecosystem.Glenn shares valuable insights on how this national policy connects to Texas industries, from data infrastructure and workforce development to global competitiveness and open AI collaboration. The conversation explores the opportunities and challenges ahead as Texas positions itself at the center of America’s AI-driven growth.Don’t forget to follow Bills & Business for more insightful conversations on Texas policy and business.

Welcome to Episode #41 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Eric Davis, Co-Founder and CEO of USLege, to share the inside story of building one of Texas’s fastest-growing policy tech startups.Eric opens up about the early days of bootstrapping USLege from their Austin apartment, the lessons learned from building without external capital, and the pivotal moment when the team decided to raise funds. Together, they unpack how USLege is transforming legislative tracking into a powerful workflow intelligence platform for businesses, associations, and advocacy groups across Texas and beyond.From AI-driven policy insights to a vision for the future of legislative intelligence, this episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about technology, civic innovation, and the intersection of business and policy.Don’t forget to follow Bills & Business for more insightful conversations on Texas policy and business.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/Laura_USLege">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@uslege">@billsandbusiness</a>📲 Follow Eric Davis💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-in-tech/">@Eric Davis</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #40 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Amy Whited, Regional Director of Government Affairs at Genmab, a global biotechnology company pioneering antibody-based therapeutics to fight cancer.Amy’s story spans more than two decades in politics and advocacy, from campaign war rooms to the forefront of biotech innovation. She shares her journey from political strategist to corporate advocate, offering a unique lens into how science, policy, and patient outcomes intersect.Together, Laura and Amy discuss how Genmab is advancing research in gynecologic cancers, addressing disparities in women’s health, and influencing public policy both in Texas and across the Western states. The conversation also explores the business side of health innovation. How advocacy can drive economic impact while shaping more humane and effective treatments.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: <a href="https://x.com/Laura_USLege">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@uslege">@billsandbusiness</a>📲 Follow Amy Whited💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-whited/">@Amy Whited</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/amy_whited">@amy_whited</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #39 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Gavin Nicholson, Founder and CEO of the TexCap Policy Institute, a nonpartisan think tank advancing private-sector guided, public-interest policy across Texas.Nicholson reflects on his journey from serving as Chief of Staff in the Texas Legislature to leading TexCap, sharing lessons learned, bipartisan strategies, and how private capital can drive public good. He details TexCap’s mission in shaping infrastructure, equitable tax structures, and long-term prosperity while remaining rooted in transparency and impact.The conversation also highlights Texas’ role in the future of technology and innovation, from AI and autonomous vehicles to geothermal energy and data centers and how thoughtful policy can balance growth with equity for underserved communities.Don’t forget to follow Bills & Business for more insightful conversations on Texas policy and business.📲 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 Gavin Nicholson 🐦 Twitter: @gavinrnicholson 💼 LinkedIn: @Gavin Nicholson🎬 Produced by USLege 📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #38 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Davis, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Senator Angela Paxton, who represents Senate District 8 in the Texas Senate.Senator Paxton has been a consistent leader on education, innovation, and online safety. She played a key role in passing House Bill 1181, Texas’ landmark effort to safeguard children online, and is now advancing Senate Bill 2420, the App Store Accountability Act, which pushes for stronger protections in the digital marketplace.In their discussion, Senator Paxton reflects on the challenges families face in protecting kids online, the urgency of app accountability, and how Texas can set a national precedent in digital safety. She also addresses the opportunities and risks of artificial intelligence, asking whether Texas should consider a pause on certain AI applications while ensuring the state remains a hub for innovation.Don’t forget to follow Bills & Business for more insightful conversations on Texas policy and business.📲 Follow Laura Carr 🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/Laura_USLege">@Laura_USLege</a> 💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/">@Laura Carr</a> 📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a> 🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a> ✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a> 🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a> 📲 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 Senator Angela Paxton💼 LinkedIn: @Angela Paxton🐦 Twitter: @AngelaPaxtonTX📘 Facebook: @SenPaxton✨ Instagram: @AngelaPaxtonTX🎬 Produced by USLege📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #37 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Glen Pugh from the Texas General Land Office (GLO), a leader in government relations helping guide one of the state’s most influential agencies.The discussion highlights the GLO’s vital responsibilities, from managing state lands and leasing energy rights to coordinating disaster recovery after hurricanes and floods. Glen explains how the agency supports the Permanent School Fund, advances coastal protection, and balances economic growth with environmental stewardship.Laura and Glen also explore how technology, transparency, and legislative coordination are modernizing government operations. Glen reflects on his personal motivations for public service and offers practical advice for Texas businesses seeking to engage with the GLO through procurement, land use, or grant opportunities.Don’t forget to follow Bills & Business for more insightful conversations on Texas policy and business.📲 Follow Laura Carr 🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/Laura_USLege">@Laura_USLege</a> 💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/">@Laura Carr</a> 📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a> 🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a> ✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a> 🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a> 📲 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 Glen Pugh🐦 Twitter: @gpugh40💼 LinkedIn: @Wendell Glen Pugh🎬 Produced by USLege📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

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!

Welcome to Episode #35 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Katherine McLane—Founder and CEO of The Mach 1 Group.Katherine’s career spans the highest levels of political and public advocacy communications, from her time with the Bush administration and Governor Schwarzenegger to her work with LIVESTRONG and Texas-based organizations navigating high-profile challenges. At Mach 1, she leads a powerhouse team helping clients prepare for crisis, sharpen their message, and build influence where it counts.Together, Katherine and Laura explore how organizations can proactively manage reputation, why messaging matters more than ever in Texas policy, and what founders and advocates need to know about cutting through the noise in a fast-moving digital landscape. They also touch on future communications trends, risks posed by misinformation, and how policy and media intersect in Texas’ evolving public sphere.Don’t forget to follow Bills & Business for more insightful conversations on Texas policy and business.📲 Follow Laura Carr 🐦 Twitter: @Laura_USLege 💼 LinkedIn: @Laura Carr📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a> 🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a> ✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a> 🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a> 📲 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 Katherine McLane 🐦 Twitter: @katherinemclane 📘 Facebook: @katherine.mclane 💼 LinkedIn: @Katherine McLane🎬 Produced by USLege 📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #33 of Bills & Business. In this episode, host Laura Carr takes you behind the scenes at the Texas Venture Gala for a dynamic compilation of interviews with 7 bold leaders shaping the future of innovation, entrepreneurship, and policy. 🎤📍Recorded live, this episode delivers a fast-paced mix of insight, humor, and real talk—from middle school marketing stories and 19-year-old entrepreneurs, to how chambers of commerce are emerging as political powerhouses and what it takes to build successful public-private partnerships. 💬⚡🎙️ Featuring:💡 Rodney Davis – Head of Government Affairs, U.S. Chamber of Commerce💡 Ted Townsend – President & CEO, Greater Memphis Chamber💡 Marcos Cervantes – Founder & CEO, Q Branch💡 Danny Seiden – President & CEO, Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry💡 Jessika Calder – Policy Intern, Texas AI Association💡 William Steele – CEO & Co-Founder, Supply Pay💡 Mark Crumblish – Co-Founder & CEO, Eagle Venture Lab💡 Cherie Werner – Founder, FIESTAWhether you're in tech, policy, or business, this special episode is packed with fresh ideas, unexpected moments, and sharp insight from across the innovation ecosystem.📲 Follow Laura Carr  🐦 Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠@Laura_USLege⁠⁠⁠  💼 LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠@Laura Carr⁠⁠⁠  📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a> 🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a> ✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a> 🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a> 📲 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 Rodney Davis🐦 Twitter: ⁠@rodneydavis⁠💼 LinkedIn: ⁠@Rodney Davis⁠📲 Follow Ted Townsend🐦 Twitter: ⁠@TedTownsend901⁠💼 LinkedIn: ⁠@Ted Townsend⁠📲 Follow Marcos Cervantes🐦 Twitter: ⁠@MarcCervantes_Q⁠💼 LinkedIn: ⁠@Marcos Cervantes⁠📲 Follow Danny Seiden🐦 Twitter: ⁠@dbseiden⁠💼 LinkedIn: ⁠@Danny Seiden⁠📲 Follow Jessika Calder💼 LinkedIn: ⁠@Jessika Calder⁠📲 Follow Mark Crumblish💼 LinkedIn: ⁠@Mark Crumblish⁠📲 Follow William Steele💼 LinkedIn: ⁠@William Steele⁠📲 Follow Cheri Werner🐦 Twitter: @cheriewerner💼 LinkedIn: @Cheri Werner🎬 Produced by ⁠⁠⁠USLege⁠⁠⁠  📞 Want to see USLege in action? ⁠⁠⁠Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #34 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with William Hollis, CEO of Campaigns Inc.—a strategist at the forefront of modern advocacy and digital public affairs.William shares how his firm helps mission-driven organizations cut through noise with precision storytelling, creator engagement, and AI-driven campaigns. From grassroots victories to regulatory defense, he outlines the tools and ethics that drive real impact online.Laura and William explore the decline of traditional media, the credibility of independent influencers, and how political communication is transforming in 2025. If you work in public affairs, policy, or political strategy, this is a must-listen conversation on the future of influence.Don’t forget to follow Bills & Business for more insightful conversations on Texas policy and business.📲 Follow Laura Carr 🐦 Twitter: @Laura_USLege 💼 LinkedIn: @Laura Carr📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a> 🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a> ✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a> 🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a> 📲 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 William Hollis 🐦 Twitter: @williamthollis 📘 LinkedIn: @William Hollis 📸 Instagram: @willthollis🎬 Produced by USLege 📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #32 of Bills & Business. In this episode, host Laura Carr is joined by Desiree Castro, Director of Government Relations at the Texas Food & Fuel Association. With over a decade of legislative experience, Desiree unpacks the key policy battles affecting Texas retailers—from spirit-based RTDs and fuel theft to swipe fee reform.They explore the stakes of SB 2225 and the push to modernize alcohol regulations for convenience retailers. The conversation then shifts to SB 1499 and the rise of organized motor fuel theft, examining how proposed legislation could help prevent fraud across the state. Finally, Desiree breaks down how hidden swipe fees affect independent retailers and what reforms may be on the horizon.Tune in as Laura and Desiree discuss how the Texas Legislature is responding to the evolving needs of retail businesses—and what business owners can do to stay involved.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and YouTube for more conversations at the intersection of business and public policy.📲 Follow Laura Carr  🐦 Twitter: ⁠@Laura_USLege⁠  💼 LinkedIn: ⁠@Laura Carr⁠  📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a> 🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a> ✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a> 🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a>📲 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 Desiree Castro🐦 Twitter: @Desiree_Castro3💼 LinkedIn: @Desiree Castro🎬 Produced by ⁠USLege⁠  📞 Want to see USLege in action? ⁠Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #31 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr sits down with Ben Brewer, CTO of USLege, to explore how AI and engineering are transforming the legislative space—and why that might actually make us more human, not less.Ben shares the origin story of USLege, including how a chance match through Y Combinator led to a powerful collaboration between tech and policy. He breaks down what engineering really means in the context of building a platform for legislative work and highlights how smart systems, when used right, can enhance—not replace—human decision-making.From demystifying AI for lobbyists and staffers to explaining the role of AI agents in streamlining complex workflows, this conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at the real potential of tech in the public sector. Ben also discusses the importance of human strategy in advocacy, and how the best lobbyists in 2025 will be those who know how to use AI as a tool—not fear it.Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for a dynamic conversation about the legislative and business priorities that are shaping Texas today and tomorrow.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple podcast, Spotify and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr  🐦 Twitter: @Laura_USLege  💼 LinkedIn: @Laura Carr  📲 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 Ben Brewer🐦 Twitter: @brewer_bowman 💼 LinkedIn: @Ben Brewer🎬 Produced by USLege  📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #30 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-founder of USLege, sits down with Tal Shmueli, COO & Partner at Texas Venture Partners — a $50 million fund investing in Israeli startups with battlefield-proven technologies and helping them scale in the United States.Tal shares his journey from Israel to Austin, and how the events of October 7 reshaped his mission to fund innovation that protects lives and advances defense capabilities. From asymmetric warfare to mentorship-driven investment models, Tal explains why Texas is becoming a prime destination for defense tech and how his fund aligns with the U.S. Department of Defense’s 14 critical technology areas.This episode also explores the evolving U.S.–Israel tech bridge, venture capital trends in national security, and the emotional stories of founders innovating in real-time from the frontlines.Join host Laura Carr for a powerful conversation at the intersection of geopolitics, innovation, and entrepreneurial grit.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple podcast, Spotify and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr  🐦 Twitter: @Laura_USLege  💼 LinkedIn: @Laura Carr  📲 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 Tal Shmueli💼 LinkedIn: @Tal Shmueli🎬 Produced by USLege  📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #29 of Bills & Business. In this episode, we’re joined by Glenn Hamer, CEO of the Texas Association of Business and Founding Chairman of the Texas Venture Alliance, along with CS Freeland, Founder of the Texas Venture Alliance and creator of the Texas Venture Voter Guide. Together, they offer an exclusive look into Texas' innovation economy and the powerful forces shaping its future.Glenn Hamer shares how the Texas Venture Alliance is connecting entrepreneurs, investors, and policymakers to accelerate the state’s leadership in innovation. He also gives a preview of the upcoming Texas Venture Gala, an event bringing together business leaders to celebrate and advance Texas’ venture ecosystem.CS Freeland dives deeper into the vision behind the Alliance, the importance of strategic political engagement through initiatives like the Texas Venture Voter Guide, and her own journey as a leader shaping innovation policy in Texas. She offers valuable advice to emerging leaders and gives a sneak peek at what’s next after the Gala for Texas’ innovation scene.Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for this dynamic conversation about the people and events driving business growth and innovation across Texas today.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple podcast, Spotify and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr  🐦 Twitter: @Laura_USLege  💼 LinkedIn: @Laura Carr  📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a>📲 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 CS Freeland✨ Instagram: @cs_freeland📘 Facebook: @CS Freeland🐦 Twitter: @cs_freeland💼 LinkedIn: @CS Freeland📲 Follow Glenn Hamer✨ Instagram: @glennhamer🐦 Twitter: @GlennHamer💼 LinkedIn: @Glenn Hamer🎬 Produced by USLege  📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!#venturecapital #entrepreneurship #businesspolicy #economicdevelopment #leadership #publicpolicy #galaevent #founders #investors #billsandbusiness #texasbusiness #uslege #txlege

Welcome to Episode #28 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Konni Burton—former Texas State Senator, grassroots advocate, and founder of The Texan.Konni shares her journey from growing up in South Texas, launching a business, and stepping into the political arena to advocate for limited government, individual liberties, and fiscal responsibility. She opens up about her transition from activism to public office, her battles against taxpayer-funded lobbying and corporate welfare, and her efforts in criminal justice reform.After leaving the Senate, Konni founded The Texan to deliver straight, factual news coverage, offering a fresh take on political journalism in Texas. She also discusses the future of conservative values, government transparency, and her outlook on Texas politics today.Join Laura Carr for an insightful conversation on leadership, advocacy, and innovation in both government and media.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: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a>📲 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 Konni Burton📘 Facebook: @Konni Burton🐦 Twitter: @KonniBurton🎬 Produced by USLege 📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #27 of Bills & Business. In this episode, host Laura Carr is joined by Andrea Sparks, Co-Founder of Not on Our Watch Texas (NOWTX) and Director of Government Relations at Buckner International. Andrea shares her inspiring journey from law school to leading child protection efforts at the state level, including her pivotal role in creating the Governor’s Child Sex Trafficking Team.Andrea and Laura dive deep into the realities of child exploitation in the digital age, discussing why smartphones have become the "new white van" and what myths need to be broken around online safety. Andrea also highlights how businesswomen across Texas are stepping into leadership roles through NOWTX to protect children and build a culture of prevention.Listeners will hear about legislative efforts like SB 2420, strategies to empower communities, and the broader vision for safeguarding families. Andrea’s passion for creating lasting change shines throughout this conversation, offering practical steps for anyone who wants to be part of the solution.Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for a compelling discussion about turning policy into protection—and why every voice matters in building a safer future for Texas children.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr  🐦 Twitter: @Laura_USLege  💼 LinkedIn: @Laura Carr  📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a>📲 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 Andrea Sparks✨ Instagram: @andigalsparks📘 Facebook: @Andrea Sparks💼 LinkedIn: @Andrea Sparks🎬 Produced by USLege  📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #25 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr is joined by Craig Casselberry, Founder and CEO of Quorum Public Affairs. With decades of experience in public affairs, Craig has led over 150 corporate communications and legislative campaigns, advised Texas Governors, and collaborated with companies such as ExxonMobil, AT&T, and Pfizer.This episode explores Craig’s career journey, the intersection of business, government, and communications, and how companies can win in today’s legislative environment. From founding the Texas Coalition for Capital to his insights on infrastructure and the future of Texas' digital economy, Craig offers a wealth of knowledge on how effective advocacy and coalition-building can drive results.Join host Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for a powerful discussion on public affairs strategy, policy development, and how businesses can better engage with lawmakers to shape the future of Texas.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr 🐦 Twitter: @Laura_USLege 💼 LinkedIn: @Laura Carr 📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a>📲 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 Craig Casselberry 📘 Facebook: @Craig Casselberry 🐦 Twitter: @ccquorum 💼 LinkedIn: @Craig Casselberry 🎬 Produced by USLege 📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!

Welcome to Episode #24 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr sits down with David Dunmoyer, Campaign Director for Better Tech for Tomorrow and policy expert at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, to explore the evolving landscape of AI regulation in Texas.David provides insights into Texas House Bill 1709, a legislative effort aimed at balancing AI innovation with critical safeguards. The conversation covers AI’s role in policy, data privacy concerns, and how Texas lawmakers are navigating the rapid advancements in technology.Beyond AI, David discusses the broader cybersecurity and infrastructure challenges facing Texas, as well as the role of the newly formed DOGE Committee in shaping digital oversight and governance. From AI-driven policy shifts to emerging technology trends, this episode offers key takeaways for businesses, policymakers, and tech leaders alike.Join Laura Carr for this timely discussion on the intersection of technology and legislation.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/Laura_USLege">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="https://lauraluise.substack.com/">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="https://lauraluise.carrd.co/">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #23 of Bills & Business! In this episode, we’re joined by Norman Garza, the inaugural Executive Director of the Texas Space Commission, to explore the future of Texas’ space economy and the role of public-private collaboration in advancing space innovation.Garza shares insights on the Commission’s mission, the allocation of SEARF grants, and Texas’ positioning as a hub for space exploration. From private investment to legislative support, workforce development, and global competition, this episode covers the key factors shaping the future of space in Texas.Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for a fascinating discussion on the challenges and opportunities in building Texas’ leadership in aerospace and innovation.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #22 of Bills & Business! In this episode, host Laura Carr sits down with Ivan Jaime, Director of Government and Public Affairs at Walmart, to explore his journey in corporate government relations and community engagement.With a career spanning public affairs at Union Pacific Railroad and Walmart, Ivan shares insights into legislative advocacy, crisis management, and corporate reputation strategy. He also discusses Walmart’s innovation in autonomous drone delivery and its broader role in shaping the future of retail.Beyond his corporate role, Ivan is deeply involved in community initiatives, recently being elected to the Board of Directors for Sister Cities International. He highlights the importance of corporate participation in fostering global relationships and community-driven initiatives.🔹 How does Walmart approach legislative advocacy across diverse political landscapes?🔹 What’s next for Walmart in community engagement and innovation?🔹 Ivan’s advice for professionals aspiring to enter government and public affairs.Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for this in-depth conversation on the intersection of business, policy, and community impact.📌 Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more discussions on key legislative and business topics shaping Texas and beyond.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #21 of Bills & Business! In this episode, Laura Carr sits down with Vinay Hiremath, co-founder of Loom, the video messaging tool that grew to 14 million users and sold for nearly a billion dollars. But what happens after that level of success?Vinay shares his journey beyond the startup world—turning down a $60 million retention offer, exploring robotics and government work, and even venturing to the Himalayas in search of a new purpose. He reflects on the challenges of building and scaling a business, the decision to sell Loom to Atlassian, and what founders don’t realize about acquisitions.Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for an insightful conversation on entrepreneurship, resilience, and redefining success beyond financial milestones.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting business and policy.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #20 of Bills & Business. In this episode, host Laura Carr sits down with Glenn Hamer, CEO of the Texas Association of Business, to explore the vital role Texas plays in driving international trade across North America.Glenn shares insights into the Texas Leads Trade Coalition, a growing alliance of over 35 stakeholders working to support trilateral trade between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Together, they discuss how Texas has maintained its status as the nation’s top exporting state, the industries most impacted by global trade, and the jobs directly supported by international partnerships.From policy challenges like tariffs and infrastructure hurdles to success stories of businesses overcoming trade obstacles, Glenn highlights the importance of strong advocacy to keep Texas competitive on the global stage. He also offers a look ahead at legislative priorities, upcoming USMCA discussions, and how everyday Texans can support pro-trade policies.Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for an in-depth conversation on the future of trade, economic growth, and Texas' leadership in shaping North America's economic success.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more episodes covering the key policies impacting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #19 of Bills & Business. In this episode, Laura Carr sits down with Representative Tom Oliverson, Chairman of the House Republican Caucus and a practicing anesthesiologist, to discuss the intersection of healthcare, insurance, and AI in Texas policy.Rep. Oliverson shares his journey from medicine to politics, his legislative priorities, and his insights on health care reform, insurance regulations, and the role of technology in modernizing the system. He also discusses House Bill 2002, which allows cash payments to count toward deductibles, and the broader implications for patient care and affordability.Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for an in-depth conversation on the future of Texas healthcare, leadership in the legislature, and how AI is shaping policy discussions.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more expert insights on Texas legislation and business!📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #18 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, host Laura Carr is joined by Jamie Dudensing, CEO of the Texas Association of Health Plans, and Blake Hutson, Director of Public Affairs, to discuss the challenges and opportunities in Texas health care policy.Jamie and Blake share insights on Medicaid mental health coverage, employer-sponsored insurance, and the individual market, as well as the steps needed to create healthier, more affordable health care markets in Texas. They also discuss the impact of prior authorizations, reducing mandates, and improving Medicaid prescription drug coverage.Join us for a timely and informative discussion about the future of health care policy in Texas and the strategies needed to ensure better access, affordability, and outcomes for Texans.📌 Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on Texas policy and business.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #17 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, we’re joined by Andy Cates, owner of Cates Legal Group PLLC, outside General Counsel for USLege, and a pioneer in legislative and campaign law.Andy shares insights from his extensive career, including his authorship ofTexas Ethics Laws Annotated and his leadership in creating Texas’ first legal specialization in campaign law. Together with host Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, Andy explores the transformative role of AI in government relations, discussing its potential to streamline lobbying efforts, enhance transparency, and reshape the future of advocacy.Topics covered include:✨ Key moments in Andy’s career in campaign law and government relations✨ The integration of AI tools in legislative processes and ethical practices✨ Current challenges and trends in political compliance and advocacy✨ Advice for young professionals and Andy’s vision for the future of AI in advocacyJoin Laura Carr for this engaging conversation on the intersection of technology, ethics, and government affairs.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues shaping Texas today and tomorrow.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #16 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this engaging installment, host Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Texas lobbyist Lucas Meyers, Managing Principal of Governmental Affairs LLC. Lucas brings decades of experience from the Texas Senate and House, navigating complex policy areas from telecommunications to taxes and oil and gas, while even sharing a light-hearted nod to his interest in DJing and rugby.In this episode, Lucas demystifies lobbying by addressing common misconceptions and explaining its constitutional protections as a First Amendment right. Listeners gain strategic insights into how effective lobbying can drive economic benefits, support businesses of all sizes, and influence policy outcomes across Texas and beyond. Join us as Lucas shares his journey and expert advice on building trust, leveraging a first-mover advantage, and crafting effective governmental relations strategies.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth discussions at the intersection of business and legislative affairs.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #15 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, Laura Carr sits down with Representative Josey Garcia, the first woman active-duty veteran to serve in the Texas House. Representing House District 124 in West San Antonio, Rep. Garcia’s journey from foster care to military service and now public office highlights resilience, leadership, and a deep commitment to community advocacy.Rep. Garcia shares insights on her legislative priorities, including veterans’ issues, affordable housing, and foster care reform. She also discusses her role on the Defense & Veterans’ Affairs and Culture, Recreation & Tourism Committees, as well as her efforts to address economic challenges in West San Antonio.Tune in to hear Rep. Garcia’s vision for Texas, her approach to bipartisan collaboration, and her advice for young Texans looking to make a difference.🔹 Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth discussions on Texas legislation and business.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #14 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, Laura Carr sits down with The Honorable Larry Gonzales, former member of the Texas House of Representatives, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming Texas’s infrastructure and economy.Larry shares his expertise on the challenges AI presents, from increased energy demands to the need for water infrastructure optimization. He discusses the balance between fostering AI innovation and addressing sustainability, highlighting key lessons from events like Winter Storm Uri and their impact on grid resilience.The conversation also dives into the economic opportunities AI offers, including the industries poised to benefit most and the legislative efforts needed to ensure responsible growth.Join Laura and Larry for this insightful discussion on the future of AI and infrastructure in Texas.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth conversations about the issues shaping Texas today.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #13 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, we’re joined by AJ Rodriguez, Executive Vice President of Texas 2036, a think tank focused on shaping Texas' long-term prosperity. AJ discusses Texas 2036’s mission to build a strong foundation for the state as it approaches its bicentennial in 2036, emphasizing non-partisan policies across education, infrastructure, health care, and more.AJ shares his insights on the legislative priorities that will drive the future of Texas, including workforce development, health care affordability, housing, and infrastructure investments. From addressing the pressing needs in Texas' education system to advancing sustainable energy strategies, AJ outlines how Texas 2036 is collaborating across the aisle to position the state for continued growth and innovation.Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for this in-depth conversation on how Texas can continue to lead the nation in business, innovation, and quality of life for all its residents. Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #12 of Bills & Business: Texas Legislative News! In this episode, host Laura Carr sits down with Nora Cox, CEO of the Texas e-Health Alliance and a leading advocate for healthcare modernization through technology. With a rich background in tech and policy, Nora brings a unique perspective to the intersection of healthcare innovation and legislative action.Nora shares her insights on the critical role AI plays in healthcare today, addressing patient privacy concerns, telemedicine advancements, and how legislative decisions shape the future of healthcare delivery. The conversation also touches on the importance of stakeholder engagement in AI discussions, the evolving regulatory landscape, and the balance between innovation and governance.Join us as Nora discusses her testimony on AI’s impact on healthcare professionals, the expansion of telemedicine during the COVID-19 pandemic, and her vision for the future of healthcare technology. This episode is packed with valuable insights for businesses, lawmakers, and consumers alike.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting Texas and beyond!📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #11 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, we’re joined by Mia McCord, Vice President of Government Affairs at the Texas Chemistry Council. With nearly two decades of experience in Texas public policy, political campaigns, and government relations, Mia shares her journey from serving in the Texas Legislature to leading legislative efforts for the chemical industry at TCC.Mia discusses the pivotal role of the chemical industry in Texas’ economy, her goals for TCC’s advocacy, and the importance of fostering bipartisan relationships to address critical legislative priorities. As the first Hispanic and first woman President of the Texas Conservative Coalition Research Institute, Mia’s leadership story is both inspiring and impactful.Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for an engaging conversation about legislative advocacy, community leadership, and the future of Texas business.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #10 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! This episode features Mary Tipps, Executive Director of Texans for Lawsuit Reform (TLR), who has been at the forefront of legal reform and advocacy in Texas for over two decades.Join host Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, as she delves into Mary’s journey with TLR, the organization’s transformative impact on Texas’ legal system, and the role of tort reform in bolstering the state’s economy. Mary shares insights into TLR’s current legislative priorities, including combating “nuclear verdicts” and building coalitions like the Lone Star Economic Alliance to protect Texas’ business-friendly environment.From attracting businesses and creating jobs to ensuring justice remains balanced and fair, TLR’s work has shaped Texas into a beacon for economic growth. Tune in for a compelling conversation about advocacy, reform, and the future of legal policy in the Lone Star State.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth discussions about the issues shaping Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #9 of Bills & Business: Texas Legislative News! In this episode, host Laura Carr is joined by Ben Bhatti, J.D., the President, CEO, and Founder of the Texas AI Association. Ben’s impressive career spans education, public service, and technology leadership, making him a key advocate for advancing AI innovation and policy in Texas.Together, they discuss how Texas’s unique culture of resilience and bold innovation positions it as a leader in AI development. Ben dives into the Texas AI Association’s flagship initiatives, including an AI-driven tax incentive program and the concept of a Texas Stock Exchange for AI efficiencies. He also tackles common misconceptions about AI, its ethical implications, and the steps Texas leaders can take to ensure responsible and inclusive AI adoption.Join Laura and Ben for an insightful conversation about the future of AI in Texas and its potential to revolutionize industries such as energy, healthcare, and finance.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more in-depth discussions on the key issues shaping Texas.#BillsAndBusiness #texasbusiness #uslege #tab #txlege #artificialintelligence #aipolicy #techinnovation #smartgrowth #aiethics #dataprivacy #aidevelopment #responsibleai📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #8 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, sits down with Glenn Hamer, President and CEO of the Texas Association of Business (TAB), to explore how pro-business policies and trade relationships are shaping the future of Texas’ economy.Glenn shares his insights on the challenges and opportunities Texas businesses face under the newly re-elected administration of President Trump, including the proposed tariffs on Mexican, Canadian, and Chinese goods, and their potential impacts on local industries. With his extensive experience in fostering business connections and advocating for economic growth, Glenn delves into critical topics like the future of USMCA, the role of trade policy in addressing immigration, and how Texas can maintain its position as a pro-business leader.Don’t miss this engaging conversation on the legislative and economic priorities that matter most to Texas businesses. Be sure to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for more expert insights and updates!📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>#probusiness #tradepolicy #usmca #businessgrowth #GlennHamer #crossbordertrade #economicresilience #TABAdvocacy, #LegislativeNews, #immigrationreform #businessleadership #LauraCarr #economicgrowth

In Episode #7 of Bills & Business: TXLege News, we delve into the world of legislative advocacy with two influential Texas Chiefs of Staff, Laura Stowe and Cristina Masters. This episode provides a rare behind-the-scenes look at the legislative process through the perspectives of these seasoned professionals.Laura Stowe, Chief of Staff to Senator Angela Paxton of Senate District 8, shares her journey from state agency work to becoming a key figure in shaping policy and finance. Cristina Masters, Chief of Staff for State Representative Claudia Ordaz, brings her wealth of experience from the Austin City Council and her commitment to mentoring future leaders.Together, they discuss what makes advocacy effective, how lobbyists can stand out amidst the flurry of bills, and the importance of building relationships before and during the session. They also dive into communication strategies, bipartisan collaboration, and the challenges and priorities for the upcoming legislative session.This episode is packed with actionable insights for lobbyists, policymakers, and anyone passionate about Texas politics. Join us for this in-depth conversation that bridges the gap between policy and people.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Apple Podcast, Spotify, and YouTube for more engaging discussions on the issues shaping Texas!📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #6 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, Laura Carr sits down with Ryan Brannan, founder and principal of The Brannan Firm and a top-ranking Texas lobbyist. With extensive experience under Governors Greg Abbott and Rick Perry, Ryan provides unique insights into the challenges and opportunities this legislative session presents.Ryan discusses Texas’ significant budget surplus and how it could transform state priorities. From a $50 million investment in the Port of Galveston to innovative Medicaid fraud prevention strategies and school funding reform, he offers a behind-the-scenes look at the decisions shaping Texas’ future.Discover how new legislators and a shift to the right could influence spending and government reform, the importance of smart, one-time investments to safeguard against leaner years, and how to balance economic growth with sound public policy.Join Laura Carr and Ryan Brannan as they unpack the legislative and business strategies that will impact Texas for years to come.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on YouTube and Spotify to stay updated on key Texas legislative issues!📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #5 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! Join us as we explore how real-time information is revolutionizing advocacy with Jay Propes, Partner at Mercury Public Affairs. With over 30 years of experience in government relations and public affairs, Jay shares his unique insights into the evolving demands of advocacy work and how technology, especially AI, is transforming the landscape.In this episode, Jay and host Laura Carr discuss:How the demand for instant updates is reshaping advocacy strategies.The role of AI in legislative tracking, predictive analytics, and stakeholder communication.The challenges of managing real-time information flow while maintaining accuracy.Predictions for the next decade of advocacy and how professionals can stay ahead of the curve.Whether you're a business leader, policymaker, or advocacy professional, this episode offers a fascinating look at the intersection of technology, legislation, and public affairs.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Spotify and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues shaping Texas and beyond!📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege💼 LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr📸 Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr🛍️ ShopMy: ⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise✍️ Substack: ⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise🔗 Links: ⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@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🎬 Produced by USLege📞 Want to see USLege in action? Schedule a demo today!#BillsAndBusiness #RealTimeAdvocacy #TexasBusiness #USLege #TAB #txlege #AIInAdvocacy #PolicyInnovation

Welcome to Episode #4 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, we explore second-chance hiring with Megan Mauro, Executive Vice President of the Texas Association of Business. Megan discusses the Texas Second Chance Employers Coalition, an initiative launched by the TAB Foundation to support hiring practices that empower individuals with criminal records to rejoin the workforce.Join host Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, as she and Megan dive into the benefits of second chance hiring. They cover how these practices not only provide meaningful opportunities for individuals and families but also offer businesses a loyal and skilled talent pool. They’ll discuss the ways in which companies like JPMorgan Chase, Union Pacific, and Refined Technologies are leading the charge and setting an example in this important area.Listen in to learn about the business case for second chance hiring and how it contributes to community growth, workforce development, and economic resilience. Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Spotify and YouTube for more conversations on the key issues shaping Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to Episode #3 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, we’re joined by Claudia Ordaz, Texas State Representative and advocate for infrastructure development and community-focused policies in Texas. Claudia dives into the critical issues facing Texas communities, from expanding infrastructure to supporting economic empowerment for families and local businesses.Ordaz shares her perspective on the legislative steps needed to support sustainable growth, improve transportation, and foster economic resilience across Texas. Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for a dynamic conversation about the legislative and business priorities that are shaping Texas today and tomorrow.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Spotify and YouTube for more in-depth conversations on the key issues impacting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

In this episode of Bills & Business: Texas Legislative News, host Laura Carr sits down with Texas political expert Jeff Blaylock, Founder of TXElects Legacy and Senior News Editor at TXLege, to dive into the key issues shaping Texas elections. Jeff shares insights on the historical statewide winning streak of Texas Republicans, key challenges faced by Texas Democrats, and upcoming races that could reshape the state's political landscape. Whether you're a policy professional or a political enthusiast, this conversation is filled with valuable perspectives on the future of Texas politics.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Spotify and YouTube for more expert conversations on the key legislative and business issues affecting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>

Welcome to the very first episode of Bills & Business: TXLege News! We’re kicking off with a special guest, Glenn Hamer, President & CEO of the Texas Association of Business (TAB), as part of our Hammer Time series.In this inaugural episode, Glenn shares his insights on the evolving relationship between Texas and Mexico, following the historic inauguration of Mexico’s first female president, Dr. Claudia Sheinbaum. We dive into key opportunities for Texas businesses in workforce development and infrastructure, exploring how Texas can position itself as a leader in the new era of nearshoring and cross-border collaboration.Join Laura Carr, Co-Founder of USLege, for an engaging conversation that’s packed with valuable takeaways for Texas business leaders navigating this important partnership.Don’t forget to subscribe to Bills & Business on Spotify and YouTube for more expert conversations on the key legislative and business issues affecting Texas.📲 Follow Laura Carr🐦 Twitter: <a href="⁠https://x.com/Laura_USLege⁠">@Laura_USLege</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurauslege/⁠">@Laura Carr</a>📸 Instagram: <a href="⁠https://www.instagram.com/thereallauracarr/⁠">@thereallauracarr</a>🛍️ ShopMy: <a href="⁠https://shopmy.us/shop/lauraluise?Section_title=latest-finds&tab=collections⁠">@lauraluise</a>✍️ Substack: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.substack.com/⁠">@lauraluise</a>🔗 Links: <a href="⁠https://lauraluise.carrd.co/⁠">@lauraluise</a>📲 Follow USLege✨ Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/uslege.ai/">@uslege.ai</a>📘 Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USLegeai">@uslege.ai</a>🐦 Twitter: <a href="https://x.com/USLege_ai">@USLege_ai</a>💼 LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/uslege-ai/">@USLege</a>🎧 Subscribe to Bills & Business▶️ YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BillsandBusiness">@BillsandBusiness</a>🎵 Spotify: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/22ZWg9VVb2AEGqyV14osNi?si=jH3hL0jXR9aJ7Y4YFwglcw">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🍎 Apple Podcasts: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/bills-and-business-by-uslege/id1781059329">Bills and Business by USLege</a>🎥 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@billsandbusiness">@billsandbusiness</a>🎬 Produced by <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/">USLege</a>📞 Want to see USLege in action? <a href="https://www.uslege.ai/demo">Schedule a demo today!</a>