H.R. 8701 proposes to transfer the responsibilities and functions of the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to the Secretary of Transportation. This change aims to streamline transportation security operations by placing them under the broader authority of the Department of Transportation.
Supporters of H.R. 8701 argue that consolidating transportation security functions under the Secretary of Transportation could lead to improved efficiency and coordination in transportation safety measures. Advocates believe this shift may enhance overall security protocols and create a more unified approach to transportation management.
Critics of H.R. 8701 express concerns that transferring TSA functions to the Secretary of Transportation could undermine the agency's focus on security. They worry that this move may lead to reduced oversight and prioritization of security measures, potentially compromising the effectiveness of transportation safety in favor of broader transportation goals.
The analysis of H.R. 8701, sponsored by Jared Moskowitz, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor's top donor industries. The bill aims to transfer functions of the Transportation Security Administration to the Secretary of Transportation, which does not appear to directly benefit any specific donor industries. While there is lobbying activity in this policy area, the disclosed amounts are primarily associated with undisclosed contributions, making it difficult to ascertain direct financial influence. The only specific amount noted is $100,000 from Dirshu International, but without a clear connection to the bill's subject, the risk remains low. Voters should be aware that while lobbying exists, the lack of direct financial ties to the bill suggests minimal conflict of interest at this time.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DIRSHU INTERNATIONAL | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | $100,000 |
| CEO WORKS | SAUNDERS GLOBAL DIPLOMACY | $45,000 |
| KAZI IG | SAUNDERS GLOBAL DIPLOMACY | $15,000 |
| SOUTHERN FOLGER CONTRACTING | BBT STRATEGIES LLC | $10,000 |
| WATERFRONT GLOBAL | BBT STRATEGIES LLC | $5,200 |
| DIGITALEUROPE | VIVID STRATEGIES LLC | undisclosed |
| INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| DR. STEPHEN SOLOWAY | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| ONE ISRAEL FUND | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| HEMOGLOBIN OXYGEN THERAPEUTICS | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| ATAOLLAH AMINPOUR | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| HERSEL NEMAN | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| MORAD BEN NEMAN | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| MARK SCOTT | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| BORIS MINTS | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Jared Moskowitz, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
