Ashley Smith
Deputy Staff Director at House Agriculture Committee
- Role
- Deputy Staff Director at American Clean Power Association (ACP)
- Location
- Washington, DC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ashley Smith
Dynamic legislative leader with over 12 years of expertise in public policy and…
Experience
Deputy Staff Director
American Clean Power Association (ACP)
Jan 2021 — Present · Washington, DC, US
Collaborated with the Chairman/Ranking Member to develop strategies that align with legislative priorities, including procurement and broadband communications.• Implemented a $4 million committee budget while overseeing a diverse team of 30 staff ensuring effective policy advocacy and stakeholder engagement.• Strategized with committee staff and democratic leadership appropriate policies within committee jurisdiction for inclusion in CARES act, ARPA, and IRA.• Directed bipartisan bill development, including H.R.4374, the Broadband Internet Connections for Rural America Act and H.R. 4252, to provide greater funding for 1890 scholarships. Negotiated bipartisan ‘end of year’ extension and disaster packages. • Developed and executed five bipartisan listening sessions to educate members through input from stakeholders on rural broadband issues, rural development, and other farm bill issues, significantly increasing awareness and engagement.• Coordinated with House committees on amendments within committee jurisdiction in must pass legislation. • Consulted on rural investments of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act across multiple committee jurisdictions.
Education
University of South Dakota
Political Science, Leadership
2003 — 2009
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