H.R. 8780 aims to modify the Internal Revenue Code to enhance the advanced manufacturing production tax credit. This likely involves increasing the amount of the tax credit available to manufacturers who invest in advanced technologies and processes, thereby encouraging growth and innovation in the manufacturing sector.
H.R. 8780 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Blake Moore (Republican) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Taxation policy area, one of 216 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Blake Moore is the sponsor of 9 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 8780 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. 8780 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Taxation is 2.2/10.
Supporters of H.R. 8780 have highlighted its potential to stimulate job creation in the manufacturing sector and promote technological advancements. Many see the expanded tax credit as a crucial step toward strengthening the U.S. economy and maintaining competitiveness in the global market.
Critics of H.R. 8780 argue that expanding tax credits may lead to increased government spending without guaranteed benefits. Some express concern that the bill could disproportionately favor larger manufacturers, leaving smaller businesses at a disadvantage and potentially exacerbating economic inequality.
The analysis of H.R. 8780 reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor Blake Moore's top donor industries and the subject matter of the bill, which focuses on expanding and improving the advanced manufacturing production tax credit. The lobbying activity associated with this bill includes various organizations, but none of these appear to have a direct financial interest in advanced manufacturing as outlined in the bill. The largest lobbying contributions come from The GEO Group, Inc. ($80,000) and A.C.E. Consulting, which are not directly related to advanced manufacturing. Therefore, while there is lobbying activity, it does not indicate a significant conflict of interest given the lack of direct connections to the bill's subject matter.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| THE GEO GROUP, INC. | CHECKMATE GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $80,000 |
| COPPER.CO | SOBBA PUBLIC, LLC | $36,000 |
| AMPL-ACTION FUND (FORMERLY ADVOCATES FOR MULTI-USE OF PUBLIC LANDS) | BIGHORN PUBLIC AFFAIRS GROUP | $20,000 |
| USIG DIGITAL | SOBBA PUBLIC, LLC | $15,000 |
| USIG DIGITAL | SOBBA PUBLIC, LLC | $15,000 |
| CATHOLIC CHARITIES | MASIELLO MARTUCCI HUGHES KULPA | $15,000 |
| PVS CHEMICAL SOLUTIONS | MASIELLO MARTUCCI HUGHES KULPA | $15,000 |
| ERIE COUNTY WATER AUTHORITY | MASIELLO MARTUCCI HUGHES KULPA | $15,000 |
| ARTPARK | MASIELLO MARTUCCI HUGHES KULPA | $10,500 |
| MHG TELCO, LLL | MASIELLO MARTUCCI HUGHES KULPA | $10,500 |
| ROSINA FOODS | MASIELLO MARTUCCI HUGHES KULPA | $9,000 |
| THE SALVATION ARMY | MASIELLO MARTUCCI HUGHES KULPA | $6,000 |
| A.C.E. CONSULTING | A.C.E. CONSULTING DBA A.C.E. CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING | undisclosed |
| A.C.E. CONSULTING | A.C.E. CONSULTING DBA A.C.E. CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING | undisclosed |
| THE GUTHRIE CLINIC | BUCHANAN INGERSOLL & ROONEY PC | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Blake Moore, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 8780 do?
H.R. 8780 aims to modify the Internal Revenue Code to enhance the advanced manufacturing production tax credit. This likely involves increasing the amount of the tax credit available to manufacturers who invest in advanced technologies and processes, thereby encouraging growth and innovation in the manufacturing sector.
Has H.R. 8780 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 8780 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 8780 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 8780 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Taxation is 2.2/10. 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. 8780?
H.R. 8780 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on May 16, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 8780?
H.R. 8780 was sponsored by Blake Moore (Republican).
