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About Ryan Stevens

Ryan, based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, is a dynamic professional at DMGS, specializing in multi-state government affairs, business development, and grassroots consulting. With a background in politics and government, he has successfully assisted clients across various states, including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Michigan, Georgia, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Delaware, Virginia, Tennessee, Los Angeles, and Texas. Notably, he co-hosts the "Back in Session" podcast, exploring state-level policies and legislation. Recognized for his achievements, Ryan was named to the Central Penn Business Journal's "2023 Lobbyist Power List" and City & State PA's "40 Under 40" list in 2022. Before joining DMGS, he served as the District Director for state Representative Sheryl Delozier and was the youngest elected official in Monroe County's history during his tenure on the East Stroudsburg School Board. A 2014 graduate of East Stroudsburg University with a B.A. in Political Science and a minor in German, Ryan resides in Harrisburg with his wife, Amanda.

Weekly State of the States: May 23rd, 2025 Edition

2025-05-23T00:35:39-04:00

State legislatures were busy this week, with governors signing off on major bills and lawmakers racing to wrap up their sessions. From Alabama’s new protections for law enforcement to Hawaii’s climate-driven tourism tax and Delaware’s legalization of medical aid in dying, states tackled a wide range of issues. Some states closed out their sessions with [...]

Weekly State of the States: May 23rd, 2025 Edition2025-05-23T00:35:39-04:00

Pennsylvania 2025 Primary Results: Major Races and Legislative Implications

2025-05-22T15:52:13-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/rarrarorro The 2025 Pennsylvania primary election results are in. From Pittsburgh’s tightly contested mayoral race to Harrisburg’s crowded Democratic primary and key judicial contests across the state, voters made their voices heard. Meanwhile, several state legislators chasing new roles could shake up the delicate balance of the Pennsylvania House. Here is a breakdown [...]

Pennsylvania 2025 Primary Results: Major Races and Legislative Implications2025-05-22T15:52:13-04:00

Kratom Regulation in 2025: Comprehensive Legislative Updates Across the U.S.

2025-05-21T13:47:02-04:00

kratom In 2025, kratom, derived from the Mitragyna speciosa plant, continues to spark nationwide debate due to its potential for pain relief and opioid withdrawal support, alongside concerns about safety and dependency. As its use grows, states across the U.S. are crafting diverse approaches to kratom regulation, ranging from consumer protection laws to outright bans. [...]

Kratom Regulation in 2025: Comprehensive Legislative Updates Across the U.S.2025-05-21T13:47:02-04:00

Reading Is Ready: Local Leadership, Big Impact, and Relentless Optimism with Jack Gombach

2025-05-19T21:09:35-04:00

Local government often gets overlooked in political discourse, but in this episode of Back in Session, we learn just how vital it can be. Jack Gombach, Managing Director for the City of Reading, joins the Ryans to talk about his transition from government relations to city operations, and how he’s helping to lead a quiet [...]

Reading Is Ready: Local Leadership, Big Impact, and Relentless Optimism with Jack Gombach2025-05-19T21:09:35-04:00

Weekly State of the States: May 16th, 2025 Edition

2025-05-17T21:36:15-04:00

As state legislative sessions reach their spring peak, lawmakers across the country are advancing major policy changes on issues ranging from education and taxes to healthcare, public safety, and climate resilience. With many states approaching key deadlines or wrapping up their regular sessions, this week’s roundup highlights the most significant developments and debates in every [...]

Weekly State of the States: May 16th, 2025 Edition2025-05-17T21:36:15-04:00

State-Level Geoengineering Bans: Florida, Montana, and Beyond

2025-05-14T12:30:38-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/Niiaz Sabirov In 2025, several U.S. states have introduced legislation to prohibit geoengineering, defined as intentional large-scale interventions in Earth’s atmosphere or climate systems, such as cloud seeding or solar radiation modification. These geoengineering bans address practices that alter weather or sunlight intensity, often regulated under state environmental laws. This article examines recent [...]

State-Level Geoengineering Bans: Florida, Montana, and Beyond2025-05-14T12:30:38-04:00

State Lawmakers Consider Psilocybin Legislation to Expand Access and Reduce Penalties

2025-05-06T13:56:07-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/24K-Production Across the United States, lawmakers are increasingly reconsidering psilocybin policy in response to growing evidence of its therapeutic potential. Psilocybin is a naturally occurring psychedelic compound found in particular species of mushrooms. Once stigmatized and criminalized, scientists and policymakers are reevaluating it as a promising treatment for mental health conditions such as [...]

State Lawmakers Consider Psilocybin Legislation to Expand Access and Reduce Penalties2025-05-06T13:56:07-04:00

Lab-Grown Meat Bans in 2025: Which States Are Restricting Cultivated Meat?

2025-04-24T12:55:27-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/AnnaStills Families across the U.S. are readying for summer 2025 barbecues amid a growing debate over the meat on those grills. Cultivated meat, a product of cutting-edge food science, offers an alternative to traditional meat by culturing animal cells in a lab, reducing environmental impacts and animal slaughter. However, several states are responding [...]

Lab-Grown Meat Bans in 2025: Which States Are Restricting Cultivated Meat?2025-04-24T12:55:27-04:00

Driving Change: Senator Brendan Crighton on Issues Facing Massachusetts in 2025

2025-04-16T22:10:01-04:00

In the latest episode of the Back in Session Podcast, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara sit down with Massachusetts State Senator Brendan Crighton for an engaging conversation about the state’s legislative landscape. Representing the Third Essex District, which includes coastal communities like Lynn and Nahant, Senator Crighton brings a wealth of experience from his [...]

Driving Change: Senator Brendan Crighton on Issues Facing Massachusetts in 20252025-04-16T22:10:01-04:00

Weekly State of the States: April 11th, 2025 Edition

2025-04-13T13:36:51-04:00

State legislatures across the country are advancing a wide array of bills addressing varying concerns, from economic reform and healthcare expansion to public safety and environmental policy. In Alabama, lawmakers are cracking down on pharmacy benefit managers to support independent pharmacies, while states like Alaska and Iowa are navigating contentious budget and tax reforms.  Alabama [...]

Weekly State of the States: April 11th, 2025 Edition2025-04-13T13:36:51-04:00
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