Austin, TX – Oct. 24, 2024 – The Insurance Council of Texas (ICT) is excited to announce that Jon Schnautz has joined the team as Legal and Legislative Advocacy Counsel, effective immediately. In this new position, Jon will provide critical support to ICT’s legislative lobbying services, regulatory representation, and legal counsel to support ICT’s mission to serve the Texas property and casualty insurance industry.

Jon brings over 20 years of experience in legislative and legal matters, specifically property and casualty insurance. He has been a licensed attorney for over 15 years. He holds a law degree from the University of Texas Law School, where he graduated with High Honors, as well as an undergraduate degree from the University of Texas at Austin. Before joining ICT, Jon served as Vice President of State Affairs for the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC). Jon’s legislative experience includes serving in key policy and advisory roles in the Texas House Speaker’s Office, serving as Chief of Staff for Rep. John Smithee, former Chair of the House Insurance Committee, and as a policy analyst for former State Senator Todd Staples.

“We are thrilled to have Jon join our team. His depth of experience, legal knowledge, and legislative expertise will be a tremendous asset as we advocate for the interests of our members,” said Albert Betts, ICT’s Executive Director. “With Jon on board, we are well-positioned to enhance our legislative efforts and regulatory representation heading into the 2025 legislative session.”

In his new role, Jon will work closely with Albert Betts; Angie Cervantes, Manager of Government and Legislative Affairs; and Jay Thompson, ICT’s General Counsel, to provide enhanced legislative and insurance expertise for ICT and its members.