H.R. 9702 aims to create a public health plan that would provide health insurance options for individuals, potentially increasing access to healthcare services across the country. This plan would likely be designed to complement existing private insurance options, offering an alternative for those who may be uninsured or underinsured.
Supporters of H.R. 9702 have praised the bill for its potential to expand healthcare access, reduce costs for consumers, and improve overall public health outcomes. Advocates argue that a public health plan could help bridge gaps in the current healthcare system, particularly for vulnerable populations who struggle to afford private insurance.
Critics of H.R. 9702 have expressed concerns that establishing a public health plan could lead to increased government involvement in healthcare, potentially undermining private insurance markets. Some argue that it may result in higher taxes or reduced quality of care, as the government may impose budget constraints on the services provided.
The analysis of H.R. 9702, which aims to establish a public health plan, shows no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor Angie Craig's top donor industries and the bill's subject matter. The top donor industries do not appear to have a vested interest in public health plans, which reduces the likelihood of conflicts of interest. While there is significant lobbying activity in related areas, such as environmental health and child safety, the amounts contributed by these entities do not directly correlate with the interests of the bill. For instance, Saildrone Inc. has contributed a total of $787,767, but their focus does not align with public health policy, indicating that their influence may not directly affect this legislation. Therefore, the risk of conflicts arising from donor influence is minimal.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SAILDRONE INC. | SAILDRONE INC. | $410,042 |
| SAILDRONE INC. | SAILDRONE INC. | $377,725 |
| OUTDOOR ADVERTISING ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA INC | OUTDOOR ADVERTISING ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA, INC. | $158,589 |
| INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMEN'S ASSOCIATION | INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMEN'S ASSOCIATION | $150,000 |
| SBIR CONSORTIUM | JOHN WILLIAMS | $30,000 |
| ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND | BOUNDARY STONE PARTNERS | $30,000 |
| SEEING MACHINES | GRIFFIN STRATEGIES, LLC | $30,000 |
| SAFE KIDS WORLDWIDE | GRIFFIN STRATEGIES, LLC | $30,000 |
| CREATIVE ASSOCIATES INTERNATIONAL, INC. | DEFENDING OUR COUNTRY, LLC | $30,000 |
| MIDDLE EAST FORUM | MIDDLE EAST FORUM | $20,000 |
| SHEA'S O'CONNELL PRESERVATION GUILD LTD. D/B/A SHEA'S PERFORMING ARTS CENTER | MASIELLO MARTUCCI HUGHES KULPA | $15,000 |
| END SEPSIS | CURRENTSTRATEGIC LLC | undisclosed |
| TECHNEST SOLUTIONS S.L.A. DBA FORTRIS ON BEHALF OF NEXUSONE CONSULTING | CURRENTSTRATEGIC LLC | undisclosed |
| HAITELMEX FOUNDATION, INC | HAITELMEX FOUNDATION, INC | undisclosed |
| SBCC EQUIPMENT | DEFENDING OUR COUNTRY, LLC | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Angie Craig, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
