S. 4766 is a bill that aims to direct the Secretary of Defense to create a pilot program. This program would assess the safety, quality, and qualification processes for printable energetic feedstocks, which are materials used in additive manufacturing (3D printing) for producing munitions or other defense-related applications. The goal is to ensure that these materials meet necessary standards for safe and effective use in military contexts.
Supporters of S. 4766 have praised the bill for its potential to enhance the safety and reliability of materials used in defense manufacturing. They argue that establishing such a pilot program could lead to innovations in military technology and improve operational efficiency by allowing for on-demand production of critical components.
Critics of S. 4766 express concerns about the implications of using 3D printing for military applications, particularly regarding the potential for misuse or accidents. Some worry that the pilot program could divert resources from other important defense initiatives or lead to the production of unsafe materials if proper oversight is not implemented.
The analysis of bill S. 4766, which focuses on establishing a pilot program for evaluating printable energetic feedstocks for additive manufacturing, reveals no direct industry overlaps with the top donor industries of Senator John Cornyn. His top donor industries include Health Professionals, contributing $1,920,000,000, and Retired individuals, contributing $600,000,000. Given that these industries do not have a direct connection to defense manufacturing or additive manufacturing technologies, the potential for conflicts of interest appears minimal. Additionally, the lobbying activity in this policy area does not indicate significant financial influence from industries that would benefit directly from the bill, further supporting a low risk assessment.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ROBOTIC RESEARCH OPCO, LLC (DBA FORTERRA) | ROBOTIC RESEARCH OPCO, LLC (DBA FORTERRA) | $210,000 |
| NORSK HYDRO USA, LLC | NORSK HYDRO USA, LLC | $90,000 |
| MUSKET CORPORATION | THE RUSSELL GROUP, INC. | $60,000 |
| STREET GRACE | ASCEND CONSULTING | $30,000 |
| COLGATE - PALMOLIVE | TAFT STETTINIUS & HOLLISTER LLP DBA TAFT ADVISORS LLC FKA (TAFT, STETTINIUS & HOLLISTER, LLP) | $30,000 |
| UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND | UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND | $27,000 |
| NATIONAL INDEPENDENT AUTOMOBILE DEALERS ASSOCIATION | NATIONAL INDEPENDENT AUTOMOBILE DEALERS ASSOCIATION | $22,500 |
| CULLMAN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | WOODLAND RESOURCES | $18,000 |
| 3STRANDS GLOBAL FOUNDATION | ASCEND CONSULTING | $10,000 |
| CHRISTIAN CAMP AND CONFERENCE ASSOCIATION | ASCEND CONSULTING | $10,000 |
| JTEKT NORTH AMERICA | TAFT STETTINIUS & HOLLISTER LLP DBA TAFT ADVISORS LLC FKA (TAFT, STETTINIUS & HOLLISTER, LLP) | $10,000 |
| INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF DRILLING CONTRACTORS | INTERNATIONAL ASSOCATION OF DRILLING CONTRACTORS | undisclosed |
| MID-AMERICAN GUNITE, INC. | TAFT STETTINIUS & HOLLISTER LLP DBA TAFT ADVISORS LLC FKA (TAFT, STETTINIUS & HOLLISTER, LLP) | undisclosed |
| FIDELITY AND GUARANTY LIFE | TAFT STETTINIUS & HOLLISTER LLP DBA TAFT ADVISORS LLC FKA (TAFT, STETTINIUS & HOLLISTER, LLP) | undisclosed |
| HUBBS-SEAWORLD RESEARCH INSTITUTE | HAMMER ASSOCIATES, LLC | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding John Cornyn, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
