H.R. 10646 aims to give the Secretary of Defense the authority to create intergovernmental support agreements on behalf of Defense Agencies. This means that the Department of Defense can collaborate more easily with state and local governments to share resources and services, potentially enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.
H.R. 10646 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Joyce Beatty (Democrat) 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.
Joyce Beatty is the sponsor of 6 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 10646 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10646 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Armed Forces and National Security is 2.1/10.
Supporters of H.R. 10646 have highlighted the bill as a step towards improving collaboration between the Department of Defense and local governments. They argue that it will streamline processes, reduce costs, and foster better resource sharing, ultimately benefiting both military and civilian communities.
Critics of H.R. 10646 express concerns that the bill may lead to overreach by the federal government into local governance. There are fears that intergovernmental agreements could divert resources away from essential local services and create complications in accountability and oversight.
The analysis of H.R. 10646, sponsored by Joyce Beatty, 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. The bill seeks to authorize the Secretary of Defense to enter into intergovernmental support agreements, which primarily involves defense and governmental operations. Since Beatty's top donors do not belong to the defense sector or related industries, the potential for undue influence or conflicts is minimal. Voters should be aware that while campaign finance can often lead to perceived conflicts, in this case, the absence of overlapping interests suggests that the bill is unlikely to be swayed by donor interests.
Top industries funding Joyce Beatty, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 10646 do?
H.R. 10646 aims to give the Secretary of Defense the authority to create intergovernmental support agreements on behalf of Defense Agencies. This means that the Department of Defense can collaborate more easily with state and local governments to share resources and services, potentially enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness.
Has H.R. 10646 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 10646 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 10646 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10646 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. 10646?
H.R. 10646 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on October 6, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 10646?
H.R. 10646 was sponsored by Joyce Beatty (Democrat).
