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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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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

Weekly State of the States: March 21st, 2025 Edition

2025-03-21T23:28:34-04:00

As spring unfolds across the United States, state legislatures are buzzing with activity, tackling a diverse array of issues from public safety and economic innovation to energy policy and health care affordability.  This week’s DMGS State of the States brings you the latest legislative highlights from coast to coast. From Alabama’s crackdown on "Glock switches" [...]

Weekly State of the States: March 21st, 2025 Edition2025-03-21T23:28:34-04:00

State Lawmakers Address THC-Infused Beverage Regulations: What’s Next for Hemp-Derived Drinks?

2025-03-18T15:11:06-04:00

Photo credit: iStock.com/IURII BUKHTA THC-infused beverages are gaining traction across the country as an alternative to traditional cannabis products. While the 2018 Farm Bill legalized hemp-derived Delta-9 THC products containing less than 0.3% THC, regulations surrounding THC beverages vary widely from state to state. Some states have integrated these drinks into existing cannabis or alcohol [...]

State Lawmakers Address THC-Infused Beverage Regulations: What’s Next for Hemp-Derived Drinks?2025-03-18T15:11:06-04:00

Leveling Up Advocacy: Inside the Video Game Industry with ESA’s Andrew O’Connor

2025-03-06T21:57:35-05:00

Welcome to Back in Session! This week, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara welcome Andrew O'Connor, Director of State Affairs at the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), for an engaging dive into the world of video game advocacy. From policy challenges to personal gaming tales, this episode is a must-listen for fans and industry enthusiasts alike. [...]

Leveling Up Advocacy: Inside the Video Game Industry with ESA’s Andrew O’Connor2025-03-06T21:57:35-05:00

Calling Balls and Strikes with PA House GOP Leader Jesse Topper

2025-02-28T13:50:49-05:00

Pennsylvania is at a crossroads on key policy issues, from energy independence and economic growth to education reform and election integrity. With a nearly even partisan split in the House, legislative battles are heating up in Harrisburg. On this episode of Back in Session, House Republican Leader Jesse Topper joins us to break down the [...]

Calling Balls and Strikes with PA House GOP Leader Jesse Topper2025-02-28T13:50:49-05:00

Legislating in a Divided Pennsylvania: State Rep. Schlossberg on Policy, Politics & Progress

2025-02-25T09:36:16-05:00

In this episode of Back in Session, hosts Ryan Stevens and Ryan DeMara welcome Pennsylvania State Representative Mike Schlossberg, a key leader in the House Democratic Caucus. They discuss his journey in public service, his policy priorities, and the state’s legislative landscape. Key Takeaways from our Discussion: Eagles, Giants, and Personal Reflections 🏈 The hosts [...]

Legislating in a Divided Pennsylvania: State Rep. Schlossberg on Policy, Politics & Progress2025-02-25T09:36:16-05:00

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