# AI in Government Relations | Andy Cates | USLege

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Podcast · Episode 17

# AI in Government Relations | Andy Cates

Andy Cates, owner of Cates Legal Group PLLC, outside General Counsel for USLege, and a pioneer in legislative and campaign law.

Podcast February 14, 2025

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Welcome to Episode #17 of Bills & Business: TXLege News! In this episode, we’re joined by Andy Cates, owner of Cates Legal Group PLLC, outside General Counsel for USLege, and a pioneer in legislative and campaign law.

Andy shares insights from his extensive career, including his authorship of Texas Ethics Laws Annotated and his leadership in creating Texas’ first legal specialization in campaign law. Together with host Laura Davis, Co-Founder of USLege, Andy explores the transformative role of AI in government relations, discussing its potential to streamline lobbying efforts, enhance transparency, and reshape the future of advocacy.

Topics covered include:

✨ Key moments in Andy’s career in campaign law and government relations

✨ The integration of AI tools in legislative processes and ethical practices

✨ Current challenges and trends in political compliance and advocacy

✨ Advice for young professionals and Andy’s vision for the future of AI in advocacy

Join Laura Davis for this engaging conversation on the intersection of technology, ethics, and government affairs.

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