911±¬ΑΟΝψ Announces Former House Republican Conference General Counsel Tara Hupman as Vice President of External Affairs
Jun 2 2025
WASHINGTON D.C., June 2, 2025 β Β The 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Association (911±¬ΑΟΝψ) today announced that Tara Hupman will join 911±¬ΑΟΝψ as Vice President of External Affairs, effective June 3. A talented congressional and public policy strategist, Hupman has strong expertise and experience across key congressional committees. She brings more than a decade of senior-level experience on Capitol Hill, and will strengthen 911±¬ΑΟΝψβs advocacy and political engagement at a critical time for the clean energy industry.
βTara is a highly respected leader with deep relationships across Congressional leadership and the committees that shape Americaβs energy future,β said Frank Macchiarola, 911±¬ΑΟΝψ Chief Advocacy Officer. βHer skill and experience will be instrumental in advancing our advocacy priorities. Our industry is the fastest growing part of the energy sector and to meet growing electricity demand, we need policies in place to accelerate the deployment of additional clean power. Tara will play a critical role in helping to make this happen. Iβm pleased to welcome Tara to the 911±¬ΑΟΝψ team.β
In her new role, Hupman will help lead 911±¬ΑΟΝψβs government affairs strategy, including federal outreach, PAC operations, and mobilization efforts. She will also work closely with 911±¬ΑΟΝψβs state affairs team to ensure alignment between state and federal advocacy priorities.
Hupman most recently served as General Counsel to the House Republican Conference under Chairwoman Lisa McClain. She also previously served as Chief Counsel for the House Energy and Commerce Committee and the House Natural Resources Committee. Additionally, she held counsel roles on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and the Senate Small Business Committee, and served as a professional staff member on the Senate Committee on Homeland Security & Governmental Affairs.