Maryland Government Affairs Services

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Legislative & Regulatory Advocacy

Navigating Maryland’s legislative and regulatory landscape requires more than presence in Annapolis — it requires strategy, relationships, and a deep understanding of how policy is shaped. At Severn Alliance Government Affairs, we help clients engage the right decision-makers, influence key outcomes, and stay ahead of developments that impact their goals.
 

Our team brings decades of public-sector experience — including former lawmakers, legal professionals, and seasoned policy strategists — to ensure your priorities are clearly communicated, effectively positioned, and supported by a targeted plan of action.

We advocate for clients across every stage of the process:

    •    Drafting, analyzing, and refining legislation  
    •    Building bipartisan support through trusted relationships 
    •    Delivering testimony and coordinating stakeholder voices 
    •    Engaging regulatory agencies to shape rules and implementation
    •    Real time monitoring to identify risks & opportunities
    •    Guiding organizations through compliance and regulatory change

Whether you’re advancing a new initiative, protecting your interests, or responding to emerging policy challenges, Severn Alliance delivers advocacy driven by strategy, informed by experience, and grounded in lasting relationships.

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Policy Monitoring & Analysis

In a fast-moving legislative environment, timely information is your greatest asset. Severn Alliance Government Affairs provides proactive, comprehensive monitoring to ensure you never miss the developments that matter most to your organization.

We track legislation, regulations, budget actions, committee activity, and emerging policy trends across Maryland government — translating complex information into clear, actionable insights.

Our monitoring and analysis services include:
    •    Real-time tracking of bills, amendments, and regulatory proposals
    •    Customized reporting tailored to your sector & priorities
    •    Early identification of policy opportunities or threats 
    •    Detailed monthly briefings in plain language
    •    Strategic recommendations on how to respond
    •    Ongoing communication throughout the year

•    Monthly call with an Analyst 

With our team’s legal, legislative, and regulatory experience, you receive more than updates — you gain a strategic partner who helps you understand what’s happening, why it matters, and how to respond.

We turn information into strategy, ensuring you stay informed, prepared, and ahead of the curve.

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Strategic Counsel & Issue Positioning

Effective advocacy begins long before a bill is introduced or a regulation is drafted. At Severn Alliance Government Affairs, we help clients refine their message, align their goals with the broader policy landscape, and position their issues for success.

Our team draws on decades of legislative, legal, and stakeholder experience to provide clear, practical guidance that helps you navigate complexities, avoid pitfalls, and make the right strategic moves at the right time.

We support clients by providing:

    •    Comprehensive policy assessments to understand the environment, players, and potential outcomes
    •    Message development and refinement that resonates with lawmakers, regulators, and key influencers
    •    Strategic planning to map your objectives against political realities and timelines
    •    Risk evaluation to anticipate challenges and prepare effective responses
    •    Guidance on testimony, stakeholder outreach, and coalition alignment
    •    Scenario planning to help you weigh options and determine the best path forward

Our approach is grounded in insight, informed by relationships, and tailored to the unique needs of each client. We help you clarify your goals, sharpen your position, and move confidently in a dynamic policy environment.

With strategic counsel rooted in experience, we help you turn vision into persuasive, actionable policy strategy

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Coalition Building & Stakeholder Engagement

Successful policy outcomes require more than a strong argument — they require the right voices, aligned and engaged at the right time. Severn Alliance Government Affairs helps clients build coalitions, strengthen partnerships, and mobilize the support needed to influence decision-makers and shape policy.

Our team understands the political, community, and industry dynamics that drive momentum in Annapolis. We leverage long-standing bipartisan relationships and sector-specific expertise to unite stakeholders around shared goals.

Our services include:
    •    Identifying key stakeholders across government, industry, advocacy groups, and community organizations
    •    Building and managing coalitions that amplify your message and broaden support
    •    Facilitating meetings and strategic conversations to align priorities and coordinate actions
    •    Developing unified messaging that resonates across diverse partners
    •    Organizing advocacy days, briefings, and engagement events to elevate your issue
    •    Navigating sensitive dynamics with discretion, diplomacy, and clarity

We help you form the partnerships that matter — the ones that move policy forward, create momentum, and strengthen your position.

When the right voices come together, your message carries further. We make sure you’re not advocating alone.