H.Res. 1227 is a resolution that condemns state-level energy policies perceived to limit domestic oil production. It suggests that these policies contribute to higher gasoline prices and negatively impact American energy security and national defense. The resolution likely calls for a reconsideration or reversal of such state policies to promote domestic energy production and stabilize energy costs.
Media outlets supportive of H.Res. 1227 argue that the resolution rightly addresses the need for increased domestic oil production to ensure energy independence and security. They emphasize that reducing restrictions on oil production can help lower gasoline prices and protect national interests by reducing reliance on foreign energy sources.
Critics of H.Res. 1227 argue that the resolution undermines state rights to implement energy policies that may prioritize environmental protection and climate change mitigation. They contend that the focus on oil production detracts from the necessary transition to renewable energy sources and fails to address long-term sustainability and environmental concerns.
The bill H.Res. 1227, sponsored by Ken Calvert, condemns state-level energy policies that restrict domestic oil production. However, there is no direct overlap between the subject matter of the bill and the industries that are the top donors to Ken Calvert. The top donor industries to Ken Calvert are Health Professionals and Retired individuals, neither of which have a direct stake in domestic oil production or energy policies. Therefore, there is a low risk of conflict of interest based on the donor industries. However, there is lobbying activity in the policy area of the bill. The highest amount of lobbying comes from Hogan Lovells, LLP on behalf of Zhongji Innolight Co., Ltd., with $350,000. It's important to note that lobbying activity does not necessarily indicate a conflict of interest, but it does show that there are interests attempting to influence policy in this area.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| HOGAN LOVELLS, LLP OBO ZHONGJI INNOLIGHT CO., LTD. | MO STRATEGIES, INC. | $350,000 |
| RADIANCE TECHNOLOGIES, INC. | VENN STRATEGIES | $60,000 |
| BLOCKCHAIN ASSOCIATION | ZERO ONE STRATEGIES | $50,000 |
| MOLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE US, LLC | MOLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE US, LLC | $30,000 |
| CLARK STREET ASSOCIATES ON BEHALF OF MARVELL TECHNOLOGY, INC. | HOLLAND & KNIGHT LLP | $30,000 |
| IMPERIAL HEALTH | MCWILLIAMS GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS CONSULTANTS | $20,000 |
| WILLIAMS & LAKE, LLC | MCWILLIAMS GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS CONSULTANTS | $20,000 |
| KICKAPOO TRADITIONAL TRIBE OF TEXAS | MCWILLIAMS GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS CONSULTANTS | $20,000 |
| CITY OF KOTZEBUE, ALASKA | HOLLAND & HART LLP | $10,000 |
| SPACE GOVERNANCE INSTITUTE, INC. | SPACE GOVERNANCE INSTITUTE, INC. | undisclosed |
| MCKEES ROCKS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION | CRANMER CONSULTANTS | undisclosed |
| LYTEN, INC. | JHS CONSULTING, INC | undisclosed |
| SOCIETY OF INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY | SOCIETY OF INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY | undisclosed |
| PRESERVATION ACTION | PRESERVATION ACTION | undisclosed |
| GOLD PR LTD. (ON BEHALF OF OJSC "BAKAI BANK") | THROUGHLINE GLOBAL ADVISORS | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Ken Calvert, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
