TABITHA ADITI
Policy Analyst
Austin,TX
Summary
Experienced legislative professional with robust background in analyzing and developing policy frameworks. Successfully contributed to impactful policy initiatives and provided actionable insights to drive decision-making processes. Demonstrated critical thinking and effective communication skills in cross-functional team environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Policy Analyst
Texas Senate, Dean Senator Judith Zaffirini
10.2024 - Current
- Policy areas: Water, Climate, Disaster, Natural Resources, Oil & Gas Regulation, Environment, Rural Affairs, Agriculture.
- Develop strategic recommendations for advancing legislative priorities based on extensive research and analysis.
- Analyze legislation, amendments, and committee substitutes to prepare concise policy recommendations.
- Draft talking points, memos, and constituent responses
- Monitor bill status, hearing agendas, and regulatory updates to support timely decision-making.
- Monitor legislative activity and track priority bills through committee and chamber processes.
- Staff Senate Committee on Natural Resources.
- Monitor in-state impacts of federal laws.
- Monitor state operations calls due to potential weather and agricultural threats.
- Synthesize research from statute, reports, and hearings into clear recommendations for leadership.
- Collaborate with government agencies to gather essential information, improving the quality of legislative proposals and solutions to constituent needs.
- Built strong relationships with stakeholders to foster a collaborative environment in achieving common goals.
Senior Policy Advisor
Texas House Of Representatives, Rep. Vikki Goodwin
07.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored implementation of key legislation.
- Collaborated to disseminate safe gun storage information.
- Researched existing policies relating to the cost of gun injuries in Texas.
Legislative Director
Texas House Of Representatives, Rep. Vikki Goodwin
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Advised on key policy issues, developed policy strategies, and provided vote recommendations.
- Managed a portfolio of legislation to improve public safety and mental health access.
- Staffed House Select Committee on Community Safety and House Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee, facilitating effective discussions and decision-making.
- Authored one pagers, talking points, hearing requests, bill layouts, questions and amendments.
- Met with survivors, constituents, advocates, lobbyists, legislative and agency staff.
- Tracked legislation, committee hearings and committee substitute.
- Monitored and analyzed daily floor calendars and amendments.
Environmental Policy Intern
Texas House Of Representatives, Rep. Gina Hinojosa
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Audited climate legislation from 87th Session.
- Updated Texas Emissions Report & Texas Climate Plan.
Policy Analyst
Texas Gun Sense
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Monitored firearm legislation during 87th Texas Legislative Session.
- Drafted community violence intervention legislation to address local violence issues and promote public safety.
- Drafted policy memos, one-pagers, and testimony supporting advocacy.
Education
Master of Science - Disaster Resilience Leadership
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA05.2022
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Tulane University
New Orleans, LA 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Arcadia University
Glenside, PA12.2017
Skills
- Policy Analysis
- Policy Development
- Legislative Drafting
- Legislative Strategy
- Research
- Strategic Thinking
- Effective communication
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Interpersonal skills
- Relationship building
- Active Listening
Timeline
Policy Analyst
Texas Senate, Dean Senator Judith Zaffirini
10.2024 - Current
Senior Policy Advisor
Texas House Of Representatives, Rep. Vikki Goodwin
07.2023 - 02.2024
Legislative Director
Texas House Of Representatives, Rep. Vikki Goodwin
09.2022 - 07.2023
Environmental Policy Intern
Texas House Of Representatives, Rep. Gina Hinojosa
07.2022 - 09.2022
Policy Analyst
Texas Gun Sense
01.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Social Work - Social Work
Tulane University
05.2001 -
Master of Science - Disaster Resilience Leadership
Tulane University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Arcadia University