Ihna Varner leads the research, policy analysis and lobbying efforts on various client issues with a focus on infrastructure, tax, environment and energy issues including the clean energy transition, federal permitting and power markets. She also assists clients in navigating federal grants and Congressional appropriations processes. She has extensive experience in the federal budget process, drafting legislation, analyzing regulations and advocacy.

Prior to joining Bracewell, Ihna worked for a Washington, DC-based think tank on labor and economic issues and led the organization’s Congressional and administration outreach efforts. Previously, she was an aide in the Senate Budget Committee and in Senator Bernie Sanders’ office where she managed a broad portfolio covering education, labor and retirement security. She also played a key role in crafting the Senator’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to Capitol Hill, Ihna worked for various energy and environmental organizations including WWF-Philippines, Stiftung Solarenergie and Patagonia.

*Non-Attorney Consultant