Meet THA’s Lobby Team for the 89th Texas Legislative Session

Sara González
Vice President of Advocacy, Public Policy and Political Strategy

Sara Lisa González serves as the vice president of advocacy, public policy and political strategy for the Texas Hospital Association. At THA, Sara primarily works on Medicaid, supplemental payments and behavioral health, in addition to overseeing THA’s political action committee, HOSPAC.

Prior to working at THA, Sara worked for over 13 years in the Texas Senate on various aspects of public policy and government affairs. Originally from Rio Grande City, Sara graduated from the University of Texas at Austin, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in English.

Will Holleman
Vice President of Advocacy and Public Policy

Will Holleman serves as the vice president of advocacy and public policy for the Texas Hospital Association. At THA, Will works on policies impacting artificial intelligence and children’s health care, as well as public and rural health.

Prior to working at THA, Will spent time in legislative policy and advocacy for a decade with stints in the Texas House, academia and abroad in the Welsh government. A proud Cleburne Yellowjacket born at Walls Regional Hospital – now part of the Texas Health Resources system – Will holds a dual bachelor’s degree in history and political science, as well as a master’s degree in public policy, from The Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University.

Benjamin Williams
Vice President of Advocacy and Public Policy

Benjamin Williams serves as the vice president of advocacy and public policy for the Texas Hospital Association. At THA, Ben primarily works on behavioral health, licensing and regulation, emergency preparedness and trauma, taxation and workforce issues.

Prior to working at THA, Ben worked for 10 years in the Texas Legislature on various aspects of public policy and government affairs. He has significant experience in the legislative process, including parliamentary procedure, budget and committee processes. Prior to his work in the legislature, Ben was a small business owner in Austin and specialty retail manager.

When he is not advocating for hospitals, Ben spends time with his family and serves on the boards of a local charter school and neighborhood swim team.

Originally from San Antonio, Ben graduated from the University of Texas at Austin, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. Hook ’em!