H.R. 10402 aims to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act by requiring that any financial assistance provided by the Department of Energy promotes high labor standards, benefits local communities, supports domestic manufacturing, and encourages investments in small and disadvantaged communities.
H.R. 10402 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Paul Tonko (Democrat) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Energy policy area, one of 123 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Paul Tonko is the sponsor of 9 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 10402 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10402 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Energy is 2.2/10.
Supporters of H.R. 10402 have praised the bill for its focus on high labor standards and community benefits, emphasizing that it represents a commitment to equitable economic growth and the strengthening of domestic manufacturing capabilities. Advocates argue that this legislation will foster job creation in underserved areas and enhance the resilience of local economies.
Critics of H.R. 10402 have raised concerns that the bill could impose excessive regulations on financial assistance programs, potentially hindering innovation and slowing down the deployment of clean energy projects. Some argue that the focus on labor standards and community benefits may lead to increased costs and bureaucratic hurdles for businesses seeking funding.
The analysis of H.R. 10402, which aims to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act to promote high labor standards and investments in small and disadvantaged communities, reveals no direct industry overlaps with the sponsor's top donor industries. Paul Tonko's primary funding sources do not appear to have a vested interest in the specific provisions of this bill. This suggests that there is minimal risk of conflicts of interest arising from the financial contributions he has received. Since the bill focuses on labor standards and community benefits, it is unlikely that Tonko's donors would influence the legislation in a manner that contradicts the bill's objectives. Voters should be aware that while financial contributions can sometimes lead to conflicts, in this case, the absence of overlapping interests indicates a lower risk of undue influence.
Top industries funding Paul Tonko, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 10402 do?
H.R. 10402 aims to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act by requiring that any financial assistance provided by the Department of Energy promotes high labor standards, benefits local communities, supports domestic manufacturing, and encourages investments in small and disadvantaged communities.
Has H.R. 10402 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 10402 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 10402 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10402 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Energy is 2.2/10. 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. 10402?
H.R. 10402 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on September 17, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 10402?
H.R. 10402 was sponsored by Paul Tonko (Democrat).
