H.R. 9035 is a bill that aims to amend U.S. bankruptcy law to require oil, gas, and coal companies that declare bankruptcy to meet their environmental reclamation obligations. This means that these companies would be held accountable for restoring the environment and addressing any pollution or damage caused by their operations, even if they are in bankruptcy proceedings.
Supporters of H.R. 9035 argue that the bill is a crucial step in holding fossil fuel companies accountable for their environmental responsibilities. They believe it will protect taxpayers from having to foot the bill for environmental cleanups and promote responsible business practices within the energy sector.
Critics of H.R. 9035 express concern that the bill could hinder the financial restructuring of struggling energy companies, potentially leading to job losses and negative impacts on the economy. Some argue that it may discourage investment in the energy sector and complicate bankruptcy proceedings for companies already facing significant challenges.
The analysis of H.R. 9035, which aims to amend bankruptcy laws for oil, gas, and coal companies regarding their environmental obligations, shows no direct industry overlaps with the sponsor Dave Min's top donor industries. The lobbying activity in this policy area primarily involves companies that do not directly align with the fossil fuel sector, such as Viasat, Southwest Airlines, and others, which suggests that the financial interests of these donors are not directly tied to the bill's subject matter. The absence of significant financial connections indicates a low risk of conflicts of interest. However, voters should remain vigilant about the broader implications of the bill and the potential influence of lobbying efforts in the environmental sector.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| REFORM ACTION FUND | THE TOLMAN GROUP | $30,000 |
| VIASAT, INC. | GORMAN STRATEGY GROUP, TOO | $20,000 |
| PHOTONIS | LEWIS-BURKE ASSOCIATES, LLC | $20,000 |
| SOUTHWEST AIRLINES | THE MONDELLO GROUP LLC | $20,000 |
| HUBBARD BROADCASTING | STEPHEN WARD CONSULTING, LLC | $20,000 |
| ISTATION | THE MONDELLO GROUP LLC | undisclosed |
| LUMA ENERGY, LLC | TRUE COMPASS, LLC | undisclosed |
| SANTA FE FARMS, INC DBA ELEMENT6 DYNAMICS | STEPHEN WARD CONSULTING, LLC | undisclosed |
| LOUISIANA ENERGY SERVICES, LLC | STEPHEN WARD CONSULTING, LLC | undisclosed |
| CROSS COUNTRY HEALTHCARE, INC. | MILLER STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| NUCOR CORPORATION | MILLER STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| NEXUS HOSPICE OF THE HIGH DESERT LLC | MILLER STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| TWG CADILLAC FORMULA 1 TEAM HOLDINGS, LLC | MILLER STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| COSTAR GROUP, INC. | MILLER STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| PADSPLIT, INC. | CONTINENTAL STRATEGY, LLC | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Dave Min, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
