Government Relations That Moves Policy and People
Helping organizations navigate government, build coalitions, and advance policy goals
Services
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Government Relations
We help clients navigate local, county, and state government systems, build relationships with decision-makers, and advance policy priorities.
Legislative Strategy
We monitor legislation, analyze policy, develop advocacy plans, and help clients prepare for hearings, meetings, and legislative sessions.
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Coalition Building
We bring together stakeholders, community leaders, advocates, and institutional partners to strengthen campaigns and move shared goals forward.
Stakeholder Engagement
We identify key audiences, build trusted relationships, and create engagement strategies that connect policy priorities to the people impacted by them.
Advocacy Campaigns
We design advocacy efforts that combine policy expertise, community voice, storytelling, and strategic action.
Public Affairs
We help organizations shape their message, communicate their priorities, and build public support around issues that matter.
Why Tew Advocate
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Maryland legislative experience
- Local and state government expertise
- Community-centered advocacy
- Trusted coalition builder
- Award-winning leadership
Impact
2025 Legislative Impact
Throughout the 2025 Maryland General Assembly session, Tew Advocate supported clients, coalitions, and community partners in advancing legislation, budget priorities, and policy initiatives that strengthened communities across Maryland. Our work focused on economic opportunity, public safety, civil rights, healthcare, housing, workforce d
Throughout the 2025 Maryland General Assembly session, Tew Advocate supported clients, coalitions, and community partners in advancing legislation, budget priorities, and policy initiatives that strengthened communities across Maryland. Our work focused on economic opportunity, public safety, civil rights, healthcare, housing, workforce development, and community investment.
- $200M investment
- Second Chance Act
- Maryland Values Act
- Voting Rights Act
- $750K for Community Action Agencies
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Meet Trish
Patricia Watson with U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks
Patricia Watson with U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks
Patricia Watson with U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks
Building relationships that move policy forward.
Effective government relations begins with trusted relationships, thoughtful strategy, and productive conversations with elected officials and public leaders at every level.
The work NEVER stops
Patricia Watson with U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks
Patricia Watson with U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks
Our work doesn't stop at the hearing room. From local council chambers to Annapolis to the White House, Tew Advocate is a recognized leader in building and maintaining relationships where decisions are made.
Advocacy in Action
Patricia Watson with U.S. Senator Angela Alsobrooks
Advocacy in Action
Advocating from City Hall to the White House, I help organizations turn policy priorities into measurable results.
Legislative Watch
Tracking the legislation that shapes Maryland communities.
Follow Bill as he tracks legislation impacting Maryland communities.
Bill Tracker Updates
- 🟢 Passed
- 🟡 In Committee
- 🔵 Hearing Scheduled
- 🔴 Failed
Policy Explainers
Bill Breaks It Down