Health Policy and Legislative Affairs Government Relations The Health Policy & Legislative Affairs Team Lauren E. SheerVice President, Legislative Affairs(512) 609-8046lesheer@utmb.edu Rachel A. OsterlohDirector, Legislative Affairs (State Policies)(512) 497-9243raosterl@utmb.edu Our team serves the needs of UTMB by: Working with state and federal elected officials, their staff, and agencies on UTMB issues; Coordinating campus tours and other educational activities for elected officials, agency officials, and their staff; Serving as a resource for UTMB communities (students, faculty, alumni, etc.) regarding state and federal issues; Monitoring and coordinating UTMB participation in legislative committee hearings and studies; Preparing policy materials for use with UTMB communities, legislative offices, and other state officials and staff. F. Ryan MicksAssistant Vice President, Government Relations (Correctional Care)(409) 747-2793 frmicks@utmb.edu