H.R. 9562 aims to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to specify which individuals born in the U.S. are considered nationals and citizens at birth. Additionally, it seeks to establish that pregnant aliens who are not married are inadmissible to the U.S.
Supporters of H.R. 9562 argue that the bill clarifies existing laws regarding citizenship and national status for children born in the U.S., potentially preventing misuse of birthright citizenship. Proponents believe this will strengthen immigration laws and ensure that U.S. citizenship is not exploited.
Critics of H.R. 9562 contend that the bill could lead to discrimination against pregnant women and undermine the principle of birthright citizenship. Opponents argue that it may create barriers for vulnerable populations and could have negative implications for family unity and human rights.
The bill H.R. 9562, which addresses immigration and the status of individuals born in the U.S., has potential conflicts of interest due to the significant financial contributions from the 'Retired' industry, totaling $75,000,000. This industry overlap raises questions about whether the sponsor, Andrew Ogles, may prioritize the interests of his donors over the broader implications of immigration policy. The bill's focus on pregnant aliens could intersect with healthcare concerns, particularly as the health professionals sector has contributed a substantial $240,000,000 to Ogles, although it does not directly overlap with this bill's subject matter. Voters should be aware that the financial backing from these industries may influence the legislative process in ways that do not align with the public interest.
These industries are both affected by this bill and among the sponsor's top donors.
| Industry | Match Type | Related Subject | Donations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retired (W06) | Sector | Immigration | $75,000,000 |
| Total from overlapping industries | $75,000,000 | ||
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION | AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION | $312,662 |
| EHEALTH, INC. | EHEALTH, INC. | $100,000 |
| ID.ME, LLC | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $60,000 |
| CARE ACTION NOW, INC. | CARE ACTION NOW, INC. | $53,000 |
| POLARIS INC. | HUNTON ANDREWS KURTH LLP | $50,000 |
| GEORGIA POWER COMPANY | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $20,000 |
| NEW WORLD STRATEGIES INC | BOB GOOD LLC | $10,000 |
| ADVANCING MENTAL HEALTH FOR MILITARY FAMILIES, LLC | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $10,000 |
| AANEM AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NEUROMUSCULAR AND ELECTRODIAGNOSTIC MEDICINE | AANEM AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF NEUROMUSCULAR AND ELECTRODIAGNOSTIC MEDICINE | undisclosed |
| TOWN OF PROSPERITY, SC | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| CITY OF FOREST ACRES | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| COLLETON COUNTY | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| NEWBERRY COUNTY | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| CITY OF EASLEY | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| TOWN OF IRMO, SC | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Andrew Ogles, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
