The 'Veterans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act of 2025' (S. 2392) likely involves an adjustment to the compensation received by U.S. veterans, in line with changes in the cost of living. This suggests that the bill aims to ensure that the benefits veterans receive keep pace with inflation, thereby maintaining their purchasing power and standard of living.
Positive coverage of the bill typically emphasizes its potential to protect the financial well-being of U.S. veterans. Media sources may praise the legislation for recognizing the sacrifices made by veterans and for ensuring that their compensation is not eroded by inflation. They may also highlight the bill's potential to provide increased financial security for veterans, many of whom rely on their compensation for essential living expenses.
Negative coverage of the bill might focus on concerns about the potential cost of the adjustments, particularly if there are significant increases in inflation. Critics may argue that the bill could put further pressure on an already strained federal budget. Some media sources may also question the fairness of the bill, suggesting that other groups facing financial hardship due to inflation are not receiving similar adjustments.
The sponsor of the bill, Jerry Moran, has received significant donations from the Securities & Investment industry, amounting to $45,000,000. This industry is also affected by the bill, which pertains to Armed Forces and National Security, creating a potential conflict of interest. However, the bill primarily deals with Veterans’ Compensation, and there is no direct link between this and the Securities & Investment industry. Lobbying activity in this bill's policy area is also quite extensive, with various organizations spending significant amounts to influence policy. The largest lobbying expenditure comes from the Telecommunications Industry Association, which spent $90,000. However, there is no clear link between this lobbying activity and the bill's sponsor or subject matter.
These industries are both affected by this bill and among the sponsor's top donors.
| Industry | Match Type | Related Subject | Donations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Securities & Investment (F10) | Direct | Armed Forces and National Security | $45,000,000 |
| Total from overlapping industries | $45,000,000 | ||
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION | TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION | $90,000 |
| ZOOM VIDEO COMMUNICATIONS, INC. | FGS GLOBAL (US) LLC (FKA FGH HOLDINGS LLC) | $70,000 |
| YAVAPAI-APACHE NATION | SONOSKY, CHAMBERS, SACHSE, ENDRESON & PERRY, LLP | $60,000 |
| TANDEM DIABETES CARE | THE NICKLES GROUP, LLC | $50,000 |
| SIXTEENTHIRTY FUND | BLUE MOUNTAIN STRATEGIES | $40,000 |
| AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF IMMUNOLOGISTS | POLSINELLI PC | $40,000 |
| AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF PEDIATRIC OPTHALMOLOGY & STRABISMUS | POLSINELLI PC | $40,000 |
| PLAN INTERNATIONAL, USA OBO MODERNIZING FOREIGN ASSISTANCE | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $30,000 |
| DETROIT DEFENSE (FKA) RICARDO, INC. | MS. ELIZABETH LAVACH | $24,000 |
| AMERICAN LIVER FOUNDATION | POLSINELLI PC | $20,000 |
| ASTRONETX | MS. ELIZABETH LAVACH | $18,000 |
| LASERSHOT | MS. ELIZABETH LAVACH | $15,000 |
| ROAM ROBOTICS, INC. | MS. ELIZABETH LAVACH | $12,000 |
| NATIONAL OCEAN POLICY COALITION | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | undisclosed |
| YUKON KUSKOKWIM HEALTH CORPORATION | SONOSKY, CHAMBERS, SACHSE, ENDRESON & PERRY, LLP | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Jerry Moran, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)