H.R. 8845 is a bill that provides funding for various federal agencies and programs related to commerce, justice, and science for the fiscal year 2027. This includes appropriations for the Department of Commerce, Department of Justice, National Science Foundation, and other related agencies, aimed at supporting their operations and initiatives.
Supporters of H.R. 8845 highlight the importance of adequate funding for critical agencies that contribute to economic growth, public safety, and scientific advancement. They argue that the bill will enable these agencies to enhance their services, improve infrastructure, and foster innovation.
Critics of H.R. 8845 express concerns over potential budget increases and the prioritization of certain programs over others. Some argue that the bill may lead to overspending or misallocation of resources, questioning the effectiveness of the proposed funding in addressing pressing issues.
The analysis of H.R. 8845 reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor Harold Rogers' top donor industries and the bill's subject matter. The lobbying activity in the policy area includes significant contributions from various organizations, notably the American Beverage Association, which contributed $90,000. However, this does not directly correlate with the appropriations for commerce, justice, and science. The presence of multiple undisclosed amounts from other lobbying entities indicates a lack of transparency, but without specific overlaps, the potential for conflicts of interest remains low. Voters should be aware that while lobbying exists, the absence of direct connections to the sponsor's donors mitigates the risk of conflicts.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN BEVERAGE ASSOCIATION | HARBINGER STRATEGIES, LLC | $90,000 |
| CAULDRON MOLECULES PTY LTD | PUZZLE BOX GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $40,000 |
| PRITIKIN ICR | POLSINELLI PC | $40,000 |
| THE JUDGE ROTENBERG EDUCATIONAL CENTER, INC. | THOMAS HICKEY | $15,000 |
| INTERCOMP COMPANY | BROMELKAMP GOVERNMENT RELATIONS, LLC | $10,000 |
| CONSUMER BANKERS ASSOCIATION | 1607 STRATEGIES, LLC | $10,000 |
| TWINLOGIC STRATEGIES ON BEHALF OF PEW CHARITABLE TRUSTS | WINN STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| MONUMENT HILLS PARTNERS, LLC | THE BERNHARDT GROUP LLC | undisclosed |
| GMS INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY, INC. | VAN SCOYOC ASSOCIATES | undisclosed |
| STRATUM RESERVOIR | NEVILLE PETERSON, LLP | undisclosed |
| BETHLEHEM STEEL CORPORATION | STEPTOE LLP | undisclosed |
| KENTUCKY HOSPITAL ASSOCIATION | POLSINELLI PC | undisclosed |
| SULLIVAN STRATEGIES OBO CENTER FOR TRANSPORTATION AND THE ENVIRONMENT | MS. ANNA HANSEN | undisclosed |
| THE UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH ALABAMA | THE D.C. STRATEGY GROUP | undisclosed |
| THE ALABAMA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION | THE D.C. STRATEGY GROUP | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Harold Rogers, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
