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Terry Scanlon, Legislative Liaison: The Legislative Process and the Role of the Judicial Department

Episode Summary

Terry Scanlon, Legislative Liaison at the State Court Administrator’s Office talks about the legislative process and the role of the judicial department. If you ever wondered what is happening behind the scenes at the legislature or what makes the legislative process unique for judicial - this podcast is for you.

Episode Notes

0:00                  Opening

2:15                  What is a Legislative Liaison?

5:00                  Difference Between Judicial Liaison and Lobbying for Non-Profit

7:30                  Limits on Representing Courts and Probation at the Legislature

9:45                  Preserving Judicial Independence

11:00                Process for Good Ideas and Seeking Legislation 

13:46                How Does Evidence and Proof Transfer at the Legislature?

15:40                Importance of Flexibility at the Legislature and the Elevator Speech

19:40                Story of Collaboration as a Liaison:  Truancy Cases, Regulating Administrative Records, Renewing Driver Licenses and Being Good Partners

29:20                Top 3 Takeaways for Taking Action!

31:40                Getting to Know the Guests