H.R. 10338 is a bill that proposes to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Naval Special Warfare Development Group, commonly known as SEAL Team Six. This recognition is intended to honor their significant contribution in the mission that led to the defeat of Osama bin Laden, a key figure in terrorism.
H.R. 10338 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Thomas Kean (Republican) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Armed Forces and National Security policy area, one of 305 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Thomas Kean is the sponsor of 17 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 10338 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10338 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Armed Forces and National Security is 2.1/10.
Media coverage has generally praised the bill as a fitting tribute to SEAL Team Six, highlighting their bravery and the importance of their role in national security. The award is seen as a way to honor the sacrifices of the team and to acknowledge their successful operation against a major terrorist threat.
Some critics have raised concerns about the bill, arguing that it may politicize a military operation or suggest that the actions of SEAL Team Six should be celebrated without acknowledging the complexities of the broader conflict against terrorism. Others feel that awards should be reserved for individuals rather than entire units.
The analysis of H.R. 10338, which seeks to award a Congressional Gold Medal to SEAL Team Six, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor Thomas Kean's top donor industries. This lack of overlap suggests that the financial interests of the donors do not directly influence the legislation concerning military recognition. Given that the bill is focused on honoring military personnel rather than a specific industry or sector, the potential for conflicts of interest appears minimal. Voters should be aware that while campaign contributions can sometimes lead to perceived or real conflicts, in this instance, the absence of relevant donor industries indicates a low risk of undue influence.
Top industries funding Thomas Kean, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 10338 do?
H.R. 10338 is a bill that proposes to award a Congressional Gold Medal to the Naval Special Warfare Development Group, commonly known as SEAL Team Six. This recognition is intended to honor their significant contribution in the mission that led to the defeat of Osama bin Laden, a key figure in terrorism.
Has H.R. 10338 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 10338 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 10338 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10338 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Armed Forces and National Security is 2.1/10. This score reflects overlap between the sponsor’s campaign funding, lobbying activity, and the industries the bill affects. It is a transparency indicator, not an accusation.
What is the status of H.R. 10338?
H.R. 10338 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on September 15, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 10338?
H.R. 10338 was sponsored by Thomas Kean (Republican).
