Regulatory Strategy & Compliance

Regulatory compliance in Texas extends far beyond following written rules. JD Key Consulting is a government relations firm with a strong track record helping businesses navigate state agencies. We're known for expertise in understanding how agencies interpret their authority, anticipating rulemaking direction, and building relationships with regulatory staff before you need their approval.

Our regulatory practice begins with understanding your specific operational footprint and regulatory touchpoints. Whether you're seeking permits from TCEQ, interconnecting with ERCOT, applying for banking charters, or navigating insurance licensing, we map the relevant agencies, identify key decision-makers, and develop strategies that align your interests with regulatory priorities.

What makes our approach distinctive is the integration of regulatory work with legislative intelligence. Many regulatory outcomes are shaped by legislation that predates your specific issue. Understanding the legislative intent behind agency authority helps anticipate how regulators will exercise discretion. We track relevant bills through the Texas 89th Legislature and analyze their regulatory implications before implementation.

We also prepare clients for formal regulatory proceedings: contested case hearings, rulemaking comments, and agency appeals. Having the right procedural posture and substantive arguments at the right time often determines outcomes before any hearing begins. Our preparation includes identifying potential intervenors, anticipating agency staff positions, and building record support for your position.