H.R. 9593 aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to ban the introduction or delivery of food packaging that contains intentionally added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) into interstate commerce. This legislation is intended to reduce public exposure to harmful chemicals commonly found in certain food packaging materials.
Supporters of H.R. 9593 have praised the bill for its proactive approach to public health and safety, highlighting the dangers posed by PFAS in food packaging. Environmental and health advocacy groups have lauded the legislation as a significant step towards reducing chemical exposure and promoting safer food systems.
Critics of H.R. 9593 have raised concerns about the potential economic impacts on the food packaging industry. Some industry representatives argue that the ban could lead to increased costs and supply chain disruptions, potentially affecting food prices and availability. Additionally, there are worries about the feasibility of finding alternative materials that meet safety and performance standards.
The bill H.R. 9593 aims to prohibit food packaging containing intentionally added PFAS, a significant public health issue. The sponsor, Debbie Dingell, has received substantial donations from the health professionals sector, totaling $240 million. However, there are no direct overlaps between her top donor industries and the subject matter of the bill, indicating that her financial backers do not have a vested interest in PFAS regulations. The retired sector, contributing an additional $75 million, also does not present any direct conflict with the bill's objectives. Given this lack of overlap, the risk of conflict of interest appears minimal, suggesting that the motivations behind the bill are more aligned with public health rather than donor influence.
These industries are both affected by this bill and among the sponsor's top donors.
| Industry | Match Type | Related Subject | Donations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Professionals (H01) | Sector | Health | $240,000,000 |
| Total from overlapping industries | $240,000,000 | ||
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTHERN MILLS, INC. D/B/A TENCATE PROTECTIVE FABRICS (FKA TENCATE) | SOUTHERN MILLS, INC. D/B/A TENCATE PROTECTIVE FABRICS (FKA TENCATE) | $130,000 |
| IAC | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | $60,000 |
| UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $50,000 |
| BALANCE OF NATURE | AMERICAN CAPITOL GROUP | $45,000 |
| GLOBAL ARM | PLURUS STRATEGIES, LLC | $30,000 |
| SOCIETY OF GENERAL INTERNAL MEDICINE | CAVAROCCHI RUSCIO DENNIS ASSOCIATES, L.L.C. | $30,000 |
| SHEARWATER HEALTH | AMERICAN CAPITOL GROUP | $30,000 |
| AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR REPRODUCTIVE MEDICINE | PLURUS STRATEGIES, LLC | $20,000 |
| THE NATURE CONSERVANCY | AMERICAN CAPITOL GROUP | $15,000 |
| CACHE VALLEY TRANSIT DISTRICT | AMERICAN CAPITOL GROUP | $15,000 |
| THE BENNETT GROUP DC ON BEHALF OF ENEXOR BIOENERGY | AMERICAN CAPITOL GROUP | $10,000 |
| AMERICAN PETROLEUM INSTITUTE (API) | KELLER AND HECKMAN, LLP | undisclosed |
| LASSEN PEAK, INC. | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | undisclosed |
| 'INTERNET OF EVERYTHING CORP. (FKA QUISNET). | AMERICAN CAPITOL GROUP | undisclosed |
| HYUNDAI MOTOR COMPANY, FORMERLY REPORTED AS KIA CORPORATION | SQUIRE PATTON BOGGS | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Debbie Dingell, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
