H.R. 9355 aims to change the way certain compromise settlements are paid out under title 28 of the United States Code. This likely involves reforms to streamline the payment process, making it more efficient or transparent for parties involved in legal settlements.
Supporters of H.R. 9355 argue that the bill will enhance the efficiency of the settlement process, potentially reducing delays and ensuring that parties receive their payments more quickly. This reform is seen as a necessary step towards modernizing the legal framework governing settlements.
Critics of H.R. 9355 express concerns that the proposed changes may undermine the rights of individuals seeking settlements, potentially favoring larger entities over individuals. There are fears that the reforms could lead to less oversight and accountability in the settlement process.
The analysis of H.R. 9355, sponsored by John Larson, indicates a low risk of conflicts of interest based on the available campaign finance data. There are no direct industry overlaps between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor's top donor industries. While there is significant lobbying activity in the policy area, the contributions from these entities do not appear to create a direct financial incentive for the sponsor to favor specific interests. For instance, Port of New Orleans contributed $130,000, but this does not directly relate to the reform of compromise settlements as outlined in the bill. The presence of various donors such as RPM International Inc. and the National Association for Oilheat Research and Education, with contributions of $40,000 and $10,000 respectively, also lacks a clear connection to the bill's objectives, further supporting the low-risk assessment.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CRYPTO COUNCIL FOR INNOVATION | CRYPTO COUNCIL FOR INNOVATION | $310,000 |
| PORT OF NEW ORLEANS (PORT NOLA) | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | $130,000 |
| RPM INTERNATIONAL INC | THE CJR GROUP, INC. | $40,000 |
| LA MAESTRA FOUNDATION ON BEHALF OF LA MAESTRA FAMILY CLINIC, INC. | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | $20,000 |
| JEFFERSON PARISH CORONER'S OFFICE | ADAMS AND REESE, LLP | $20,000 |
| GREENVILLE WATER SYSTEM | ADAMS AND REESE, LLP | $20,000 |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR OILHEAT RESEARCH AND EDUCATION | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | $10,000 |
| CLEVELAND STATE UNIVERSITY | THE CJR GROUP, INC. | $10,000 |
| BELLEFAIRE JCB | THE CJR GROUP, INC. | $10,000 |
| TERADAR | BELTWAY GUIDED STRATEGIES | $7,500 |
| METABANK | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | undisclosed |
| MEAB SAL | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | undisclosed |
| M1 GROUP | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | undisclosed |
| US-INDIA STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP FORUM, INC. | US-INDIA STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP FORUM, INC. | undisclosed |
| H CYCLE, LLC | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding John Larson, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
