The Secure Space Act of 2025 is a U.S. bill that prevents the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from issuing satellite licenses or earth station authorizations to certain foreign entities considered a national security risk. This includes preventing these entities from accessing the U.S. market through foreign-licensed satellites. The FCC's decision is based on a list of companies and technologies that are deemed a threat to U.S. national security, such as Huawei and ZTE.
Supporters of the Secure Space Act of 2025 have praised the bill for taking a strong stance on national security by limiting the influence of foreign entities that could pose risks to U.S. communications infrastructure. Media outlets have highlighted that this move is seen as a proactive measure to protect sensitive data and maintain the integrity of U.S. satellite communications.
Critics of the bill have expressed concerns that the Secure Space Act of 2025 might lead to increased tensions with foreign countries whose companies are affected. Some media reports suggest that it could also limit technological innovation and collaboration by restricting access to certain foreign technologies, potentially leading to higher costs and reduced competitiveness for U.S. companies.
The Secure Space Act of 2025 sponsored by Deb Fischer does not appear to present significant conflicts of interest based on the campaign finance data. The top donor industries to Fischer's campaign are Health Professionals and Retired individuals, which do not directly overlap with the subject matter of the bill. The lobbying activity in the bill's policy area does not involve any of Fischer's top donors either. While there is lobbying activity from various organizations, the disclosed amounts are relatively low, with the highest being $120,000 from the American Rivers Action Fund. It is important for voters to understand that while lobbying activity is present, it does not necessarily indicate a conflict of interest.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN RIVERS ACTION FUND | AMERICAN RIVERS ACTION FUND | $120,000 |
| COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVES | COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVES | $30,000 |
| WINDOW COVERING MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION | NORTHSTAR EK LLC | $30,000 |
| SHINE TECHNOLOGIES | NORTHSTAR EK LLC | $30,000 |
| PRIVATE CARE ASSOCIATION INC | HOLLRAH LLC | $10,000 |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS OFFICERS AND ADVISORS | NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS OFFICERS AND ADVISORS | undisclosed |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WORKFORCE BOARDS | NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WORKFORCE BOARDS | undisclosed |
| MYSTERY SHOPPING PROVIDERS ASSOCIATION, INC. | HOLLRAH LLC | undisclosed |
| COALITION TO PRESERVE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS | HOLLRAH LLC | undisclosed |
| TOBACCO-FREE KIDS ACTION FUND | SACHS MEDIA. INC. | undisclosed |
| NATIONAL GRANGE OF THE ORDER OF PATRONS OF HUSBANDRY | THE NATIONAL GRANGE OF THE ORDER OF PATRONS OF HUSBANDRY | undisclosed |
| SYENSQO USA LLC | RIDGELINE ADVOCACY GROUP LLC | undisclosed |
| PUEBLO OF JEMEZ | DENTONS US LLP | undisclosed |
| INVIVYD, INC. | KING & SPALDING LLP | undisclosed |
| EUROPORT, INC. | MO STRATEGIES, INC. | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Deb Fischer, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
