H.R. 8647 is a bill proposed by Representative Green that aims to increase the number of justices on the Supreme Court from the current nine to thirteen. This change would expand the court's composition, potentially altering its ideological balance and decision-making processes.
Supporters of H.R. 8647 argue that increasing the number of justices could lead to a more representative and balanced Supreme Court that reflects the diversity of the American populace. Advocates believe this move could enhance the court's legitimacy and its ability to address contemporary legal challenges.
Critics of H.R. 8647 contend that expanding the Supreme Court is an attempt to undermine the judicial independence and integrity of the court. Opponents warn that this move could set a dangerous precedent, politicizing the judiciary and eroding public trust in the legal system.
The analysis of H.R. 8647, which proposes to increase the number of Supreme Court justices, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor, Representative Al Green, and his top donor industries. While there is lobbying activity related to various organizations, none of these directly connect to the judicial system or the specific implications of expanding the Supreme Court. The only disclosed monetary contribution is from SANA HEALTH, amounting to $7,500, which does not appear to have a direct interest in judicial matters. Therefore, the potential for conflicts of interest is minimal, as the financial backing does not suggest a motive to influence the judicial system through this legislation.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SANA HEALTH | TERRAPIN STRATEGY, INC | $7,500 |
| VICTIMS OF TERRORISM - EAST AFRICA | MR. RONALD COLEMAN | undisclosed |
| VENUS AEROSPACE CORP. | VENUS AEROSPACE CORP. | undisclosed |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY | THE CORMAC GROUP, LLC | undisclosed |
| SOIL CULTURE SOLUTIONS, LLC (D/B/A SOILCEA) | CORCORAN & ASSOCIATES, INC. DBA CORCORAN PARTNERS | undisclosed |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE | NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF COLORED PEOPLE | undisclosed |
| NEBRASKA RURAL GENERATION LLC | JABAL COMPANIES LLC | undisclosed |
| RHOBACK, INC. | ATLAS CROSSING LLC | undisclosed |
| GLOBAL MOBILE SOFTWARE LLC | TERRAPIN STRATEGY, INC | undisclosed |
| SUMAIR VIRANI | COZEN O'CONNOR PUBLIC STRATEGIES | undisclosed |
| NATIONAL STRUCTURED SETTLEMENTS TRADE ASSOCIATION | COZEN O'CONNOR PUBLIC STRATEGIES | undisclosed |
| NUMERACLE, INC. | ACG ADVOCACY | undisclosed |
| AMERICAN COUNCIL FOR CAPITAL FORMATION | AMERICAN COUNCIL FOR CAPITAL FORMATION | undisclosed |
| HUBBARD HOUSE RESTAURANT, LLC | COZEN O'CONNOR PUBLIC STRATEGIES | undisclosed |
| INTUIT INC., AND ITS ENTERPRISE MEMBERS | COZEN O'CONNOR PUBLIC STRATEGIES | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Al Green, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
