H.R. 9062 aims to enhance the Department's ability to assist American businesses that operate internationally and to safeguard U.S. industries from foreign adversaries. This may involve increasing resources, support programs, and protective measures for American companies abroad.
Supporters of H.R. 9062 have praised the bill for its proactive approach to strengthening U.S. businesses in the global market. They argue that by enhancing support and protection for American industries, the bill will help maintain the competitiveness of U.S. companies against foreign adversaries, ultimately benefiting the economy and job creation.
Critics of H.R. 9062 have expressed concerns that the bill may lead to increased government intervention in the private sector. Some argue that the measures could create an uneven playing field for businesses and that the focus on adversaries might lead to unnecessary tensions in international relations.
The analysis of H.R. 9062, sponsored by Young Kim, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor's top donor industries. This suggests a lower likelihood of conflicts of interest arising from financial contributions. However, there is notable lobbying activity in the policy area, with significant contributions from organizations such as the National Association of State Aviation Officials ($30,000) and Zero to Three ($60,000). While these contributions are substantial, they do not directly correlate with the bill's focus on supporting American businesses overseas and protecting industries from adversaries, indicating a lack of direct influence from donors on the bill's content.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| ZERO TO THREE | ACTUM I, LLC | $60,000 |
| SECURITY INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION | SECURITY INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION | $34,000 |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE AVIATION OFFICIALS | NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF STATE AVIATION OFFICIALS | $30,000 |
| SECURITIES INVESTOR PROTECTION CORPORATION | RICH FEUER ANDERSON | $30,000 |
| EARLY EDGE CALIFORNIA | ACTUM I, LLC | $20,000 |
| POWERUS | SAUNDERS GLOBAL DIPLOMACY | $17,500 |
| ALABAMA FAMILIES FOR GREAT SCHOOLS | BRADLEY ARANT BOULT CUMMINGS LLP | $10,000 |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR FAMILY CHILD CARE | ACTUM I, LLC | $10,000 |
| MID-TIER ADVOCACY | WASHINGTON PREMIER GROUP | undisclosed |
| SPECIALTY MATERIALS, INC | STRATEGIC MARKETING INNOVATIONS | undisclosed |
| SENECA NATION | SPIRIT ROCK CONSULTING | undisclosed |
| JOHN BRIAN LEDBETTER MISSIONS | JOHN BRIAN LEDBETTER MISSIONS | undisclosed |
| ALLIANCE FOR MEDICARE | THE PICARD GROUP, LLC | undisclosed |
| GULF PORTS ASSN | PAT YOUNGER | undisclosed |
| FUTURE DEFENSE USA, INC. | DENNIS CARDOZA CONSULTING SERVICES | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Young Kim, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
