H.R. 1483, known as the Protecting Investors’ Personally Identifiable Information Act, is likely designed to enhance the protection of personal information related to investors. The bill may establish regulations or guidelines to ensure that financial institutions and investment firms safeguard sensitive data, preventing unauthorized access and potential identity theft.
H.R. 1483 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Barry Loudermilk (Republican) and is currently listed as “Reported by Committee”. It is classified under the Finance and Financial Sector policy area, one of 159 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Barry Loudermilk is the sponsor of 3 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 1483 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Senate lobbying disclosures list 15 organizations lobbying on this bill’s issue area.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 1483 3/10 (low risk), higher than 87% of analyzed bills; the average in Finance and Financial Sector is 2.3/10.
Media coverage has highlighted the importance of safeguarding investors' personal information in the wake of increasing data breaches and identity theft cases. Supporters of the bill argue that it represents a necessary step towards enhancing consumer protection and restoring trust in the financial system.
Critics of the bill express concerns that it may impose excessive regulations on financial institutions, potentially stifling innovation and increasing compliance costs. Some media outlets have raised questions about whether the bill adequately balances the need for security with the operational flexibility required by investment firms.
The analysis of H.R. 1483, the Protecting Investors’ Personally Identifiable Information Act, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor Barry Loudermilk's top donor industries and the bill's subject matter. The primary donor industries include Health Professionals, contributing a total of $120 million, and Retired individuals, contributing $37.5 million. Since these industries do not directly relate to the protection of investors' personally identifiable information, the potential for conflicts of interest appears minimal. Furthermore, while there is lobbying activity in related policy areas, the specific contributions from these entities do not indicate a direct financial incentive tied to the bill's provisions. Voters should be aware that while there are significant contributions from health professionals, they do not intersect with the bill's focus on investor privacy.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| EGAN-JONES RATINGS COMPANY | INVARIANT LLC | $50,000 |
| GRADIUM MEGA COIN | HARTWELL CAPITOL CONSULTING | $50,000 |
| DRAI HEALTH | HARTWELL CAPITOL CONSULTING | $50,000 |
| VALTHOS INC. | INVARIANT LLC | $40,000 |
| SANDY BAY PARTNERS, LLC | GRACE BAY STRATEGIES, LLC | $20,000 |
| ATLANTIS BLU | HARTWELL CAPITOL CONSULTING | $20,000 |
| ORGANOGENESIS | DONOVAN STRATEGIES LLC | $15,000 |
| ANTENNA RESEARCH ASSOCIATES | DONOVAN STRATEGIES LLC | $15,000 |
| NETSCOUT | DONOVAN STRATEGIES LLC | $10,000 |
| ALLLIANCE OF MARINE MAMMAL PARKS AND AQUARIUMS | MEA STRATEGIES LLC | undisclosed |
| REGIONAL FISHERIES ENHANCEMENT GROUP COALITION | ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSULTING, LLC | undisclosed |
| JACKSON WALKER LLP ON BEHALF OF SAN MIGUEL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC. | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| ANTHEIA | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| RAILROAD INVESTIGATION PROJECT GROUP | EAGLE 1 RESOURCES, LCC | undisclosed |
| EAGLE 1 RESOURCES, LCC | EAGLE 1 RESOURCES, LCC | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Barry Loudermilk, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 1483 do?
H.R. 1483, known as the Protecting Investors’ Personally Identifiable Information Act, is likely designed to enhance the protection of personal information related to investors. The bill may establish regulations or guidelines to ensure that financial institutions and investment firms safeguard sensitive data, preventing unauthorized access and potential identity theft.
Has H.R. 1483 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 1483 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Reported by Committee”.
Does H.R. 1483 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 1483 3/10 (low risk), higher than 87% of analyzed bills; the average in Finance and Financial Sector is 2.3/10. 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. 1483?
H.R. 1483 is currently “Reported by Committee” as of our last update on July 10, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 1483?
H.R. 1483 was sponsored by Barry Loudermilk (Republican).
