H.R. 10536 directs the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to conduct a study on the effects of dumping specific types of waste in the San Pedro Basin. The bill aims to assess the environmental and ecological impacts of such waste disposal in this area.
H.R. 10536 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Salud Carbajal (Democrat) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Public Lands and Natural Resources policy area, one of 158 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Salud Carbajal is the sponsor of 3 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 10536 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Supporters of H.R. 10536 have praised the bill for its proactive approach to environmental protection and its focus on understanding the ecological consequences of waste dumping. They argue that the study will provide valuable insights that can inform future regulations and help safeguard the San Pedro Basin's natural resources.
Critics of H.R. 10536 have expressed concerns about the potential for the study to delay necessary action against waste dumping in the San Pedro Basin. Some argue that the bill may be seen as a way to postpone addressing the issue, allowing harmful practices to continue while the study is conducted.
The analysis of H.R. 10536, sponsored by Salud Carbajal, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor's top donor industries. This indicates a low likelihood of conflicts of interest arising from financial contributions influencing the legislative process. The bill focuses on environmental concerns related to waste dumping in the San Pedro Basin, while the sponsor's donors do not belong to industries that would typically be affected by such environmental regulations. Therefore, the absence of overlapping interests suggests that the motivations behind the bill are not financially tainted by donor influence. Voters can be reassured that the legislative intent appears to be aligned with public interest rather than donor interests.
Top industries funding Salud Carbajal, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 10536 do?
H.R. 10536 directs the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to conduct a study on the effects of dumping specific types of waste in the San Pedro Basin. The bill aims to assess the environmental and ecological impacts of such waste disposal in this area.
Has H.R. 10536 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 10536 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
What is the status of H.R. 10536?
H.R. 10536 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on September 28, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 10536?
H.R. 10536 was sponsored by Salud Carbajal (Democrat).
