H.R. 10743 aims to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 by clarifying that grants provided under the Nonprofit Security Grant Program should not be classified as reimbursements for expenses that organizations have already incurred. This change is intended to streamline the funding process for nonprofits seeking security enhancements.
H.R. 10743 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Susie Lee (Democrat) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Emergency Management policy area, one of 53 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Susie Lee is the sponsor of 6 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 10743 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10743 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Emergency Management is 2/10.
Supporters of H.R. 10743 have praised the bill for its potential to simplify access to funding for nonprofits, particularly those that are vulnerable to security threats. The amendment is seen as a proactive step to bolster safety measures in communities and protect vital organizations from potential risks.
Critics of H.R. 10743 have raised concerns that the bill may lead to an increase in misuse of grant funds, as the lack of reimbursement classification could make it harder to track how the money is spent. Some argue that this could divert funds from other essential security programs and lead to inefficiencies in the allocation of resources.
The analysis of H.R. 10743, sponsored by Susie Lee, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the bill's subject matter and the top donor industries of the sponsor. The primary donor industries are Health Professionals, contributing a substantial $240 million, and Retired individuals, contributing $75 million. Since the bill pertains to the Nonprofit Security Grant Program under the Department of Homeland Security, which focuses on security funding rather than health or retirement sectors, the potential for conflicts of interest appears minimal. Voters should be aware that while significant funds are involved, they do not directly influence the legislative intent or content of this bill, indicating a low risk of conflict.
Top industries funding Susie Lee, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 10743 do?
H.R. 10743 aims to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 by clarifying that grants provided under the Nonprofit Security Grant Program should not be classified as reimbursements for expenses that organizations have already incurred. This change is intended to streamline the funding process for nonprofits seeking security enhancements.
Has H.R. 10743 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 10743 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 10743 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 10743 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Emergency Management is 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. 10743?
H.R. 10743 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on October 9, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 10743?
H.R. 10743 was sponsored by Susie Lee (Democrat).
