H.R. 9791 aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to modify the requirements for small businesses to qualify for a waiver from device fees associated with annual establishment registration. This change is intended to ease the financial burden on small businesses involved in the medical device industry, making it more feasible for them to comply with regulatory requirements.
Supporters of H.R. 9791 have praised the bill for its potential to foster innovation and growth within the small business sector of the medical device industry. They argue that reducing financial barriers will encourage more entrepreneurs to enter the market, ultimately leading to increased competition and better healthcare solutions for consumers.
Critics of H.R. 9791 have raised concerns that the bill may undermine regulatory oversight by allowing more businesses to bypass fees that contribute to the safety and efficacy of medical devices. They argue that this could lead to a decrease in product quality and pose risks to public health if not properly managed.
The analysis of H.R. 9791 reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor Scott Perry's top donor industries and the bill's subject matter concerning device fees and small business waivers. The primary lobbying activity in this area comes from organizations such as the American College of Emergency Physicians, which contributed $498,299, but this does not directly correlate with the sponsor's donor base. The lack of direct financial ties suggests minimal risk of conflicts of interest, as the bill does not appear to benefit any specific donor or industry connected to Perry. Voters should be aware that while lobbying exists, the absence of overlapping donor interests indicates a lower likelihood of undue influence on the legislation.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS | AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS | $498,299 |
| TRUST FOR PUBLIC LAND | THE TRUST FOR PUBLIC LAND | $150,000 |
| COLLIER COLLECTIVE, LLC | MCCOLL STRATEGIES LLC | $40,000 |
| HART HEALTH STRATEGIES | TIM YEHL, LLC | $40,000 |
| PANO AI | PANO AI | $40,000 |
| ALLIANCE FOR AUTOMOTIVE INNOVATION | TIM YEHL, LLC | $30,000 |
| BSA, THE SOFTWARE ALLIANCE | TIM YEHL, LLC | $20,000 |
| PSEG SERVICES CORPORATION | TIM YEHL, LLC | $20,000 |
| COUNTY OF NAPA | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| LAKE COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| NEVADA COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| HUMBOLDT COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES ADMINISTRATORS | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $10,000 |
| NATIONAL CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT ASSOCIATION | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $10,000 |
| CLARK COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Scott Perry, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
