Mark helps clients develop public policy and tackle high-stakes issues at the Texas State Capitol and state agencies.
A dynamic and nonpartisan advocate, Mark aims to improve the business climate for industry and helps clients develop and comply with state and local laws, rules and regulations. His legislative practice focuses on healthcare, taxation, appropriations, business regulation, the environment and entertainment. Mark has also advised numerous legislative and regulatory clients on matters related to consumer financial products such as extended warranties and automobile financing.
Mark is board certified in Legislative and Campaign Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is among 13 attorneys in the state who have received this certification.
As a principal with Husch Blackwell Strategies, Mark seeks to create opportunities and change processes through legislation. Clients benefit from his personal experience as a former legislative director for a member of the Texas House of Representatives, where he managed numerous bills as they moved through the Texas Legislature.
He also advises clients on rulemaking, policy development, licensing and enforcement actions. Mark has extensive experience representing clients before Texas legislatures and agencies including:
- Texas Health and Human Services Commission
- Texas Department of State Health Services
- Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
- Office of the Attorney General of Texas
- Texas Commission on Environmental Quality
- Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
- Texas Department of Transportation