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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.
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New Jersey Data Center Regulations Take Shape: What the Sherrill Plan and Legislative Activity Mean

2026-06-08T11:55:07-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/Hugo Kurk Governor Mikie Sherrill announced a comprehensive statewide plan on May 27 to address the growing impact of data centers on energy infrastructure, resource use, and local communities. The announcement positions New Jersey alongside Pennsylvania and other states in the region that are moving to establish formal frameworks governing large-scale data center [...]

New Jersey Data Center Regulations Take Shape: What the Sherrill Plan and Legislative Activity Mean2026-06-08T11:55:07-04:00

Pennsylvania Data Center Standards Announced by Governor Shapiro: What the GRID Plan Means for Developers and Communities

2026-06-08T11:52:10-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/tiero Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled the full Governor's Responsible Infrastructure Development (GRID) Standards on May 27, establishing Pennsylvania data center standards that will govern how the Commonwealth evaluates and supports large-scale data center projects going forward. First previewed in the Governor's 2026-27 budget address, the GRID Standards lay out a clear framework: developers [...]

Pennsylvania Data Center Standards Announced by Governor Shapiro: What the GRID Plan Means for Developers and Communities2026-06-08T11:52:10-04:00

Pennsylvania AI Data Center Legislation in 2026: What Companies Need to Know

2026-06-08T11:56:11-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/tiero Pennsylvania has quietly become a key battleground for AI data center legislation. With about $90 billion in announced AI, energy, and data center investments, it ranks as the fourth fastest-growing state for data center development. Projects are happening or being permitted across the state, from Lackawanna to York County, Lancaster to Lehigh [...]

Pennsylvania AI Data Center Legislation in 2026: What Companies Need to Know2026-06-08T11:56:11-04:00

2026 Pennsylvania Primary Election Results: Key Races Set the Stage for November

2026-05-21T15:15:22-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/rarrarorro Pennsylvania's 2026 primary elections are now in the books, and the results from Tuesday, May 19, go a long way toward defining what will be one of the most consequential political battlegrounds in the country this November. The 2026 Pennsylvania primary election produced clear nominees across a range of competitive races, from [...]

2026 Pennsylvania Primary Election Results: Key Races Set the Stage for November2026-05-21T15:15:22-04:00

State-by-State: How Crypto Kiosk Regulation Is Reshaping the Virtual Currency Industry

2026-04-28T15:28:26-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/Jarvell Jardey Virtual currency kiosks — the ATM-like machines found in gas stations, convenience stores, and grocery stores that allow customers to buy and sell cryptocurrency with cash — have drawn the attention of state legislatures across the country. Lawmakers in nearly 30 states have introduced or passed crypto kiosk regulations in recent [...]

State-by-State: How Crypto Kiosk Regulation Is Reshaping the Virtual Currency Industry2026-04-28T15:28:26-04:00

State Legislative Activity on Fantasy Sports Regulation 

2026-03-30T08:36:44-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/Kikoncos In 2025 and 2026, several states have continued to revisit fantasy sports regulation as markets evolve and new contest formats emerge. Legislative activity has focused on clarifying statutory definitions, updating licensing and permitting frameworks, adjusting tax structures, and aligning fantasy sports laws with broader gaming statutes. Maryland: Fantasy Sports Regulation and Sports [...]

State Legislative Activity on Fantasy Sports Regulation 2026-03-30T08:36:44-04:00

2026 State of the State and Budget Addresses: Key Dates Governors Will Set the Policy Agenda

2026-01-08T15:24:59-05:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/RobsonAbbott Each year, governors across the country formally outline their priorities for the upcoming legislative session through their respective State of the State and/or budget addresses. These speeches play a central role in shaping state policy agendas, offering insight into how governors plan to govern and where they intend to focus legislative attention. [...]

2026 State of the State and Budget Addresses: Key Dates Governors Will Set the Policy Agenda2026-01-08T15:24:59-05:00

Prediction Market Legislation: How States Are Responding to a Growing Regulatory Gap

2026-01-06T14:44:38-05:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/Galeanu Mihai Prediction markets, sometimes described as event contract platforms, allow users to speculate on the outcome of future events ranging from sports contests to elections and cultural milestones. Examples include the 2028 Democratic Presidential nominee, the Premier League Winner, and the number of tweets published by Elon Musk between particular dates. Prediction [...]

Prediction Market Legislation: How States Are Responding to a Growing Regulatory Gap2026-01-06T14:44:38-05:00

Flying Car Legislation: Planning for the Jetsons

2025-11-10T15:08:30-05:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/designprojects As emerging technologies blur the line between cars and aircraft, several states are advancing legislation for flying cars to prepare for vehicles that can operate on both roads and in the sky. Often referred to as “roadable aircraft,” these hybrid vehicles are prompting lawmakers to establish new frameworks for registration, inspection, and [...]

Flying Car Legislation: Planning for the Jetsons2025-11-10T15:08:30-05:00

Lottery Winner Anonymity Laws: States Move to Protect Player Privacy

2025-10-30T16:13:36-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/Kunlathida Petchuen Across the country, lawmakers are advancing legislation to protect lottery winners' privacy and safety by preserving anonymity. These efforts follow concerns over harassment, fraud, and even violent crimes targeting lottery winners after their identities became public. States including Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, New York, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Virginia have introduced or [...]

Lottery Winner Anonymity Laws: States Move to Protect Player Privacy2025-10-30T16:13:36-04:00

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