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56 Capitals LLC

56 Jurisdictions.
One Trusted Partner.

Where Local Insight Meets National Strategy

Founded by the former chief lobbyist of the National Governors Association, 56 Capitals offers clients something few others can: a real presence in every jurisdiction. We specialize in navigating the overlap between state, federal, and local policy; delivering strategic clarity where others see only complexity.

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What Sets Us Apart

A Network Built for National Impact

Few firms can lobby effectively across state lines. We can—because our founder spent decades building relationships with governors, state legislators, and federal officials as chief lobbyist of the National Governors Association. That network is now yours.

Where State and Federal Policy Intersect

Most lobbyists specialize in one jurisdiction. We specialize in how they all work together—helping you navigate competing priorities, conflicting regulations, and multi-level strategy without missing a step.

Bipartisan by Design

We work across the aisle because that's how policy gets done. Our team is built to deliver outcomes, not ideology.

Services

From shaping legislation to building coalitions, we provide full-spectrum advocacy tailored to every level of government. Whether you're entering a new market or managing a crisis, our team is ready to act.