H.R. 9065 aims to support individuals who experience mental health issues after a pregnancy loss by funding research and providing necessary services. The bill seeks to address the psychological impact of such losses and improve mental health care for affected individuals.
Media outlets have praised H.R. 9065 for its focus on mental health support following pregnancy loss, highlighting the importance of addressing the emotional well-being of individuals during a challenging time. Advocates have welcomed the bill as a step towards recognizing and validating the experiences of those affected by pregnancy loss.
Some critics argue that H.R. 9065 may not adequately address the broader systemic issues surrounding mental health care access and funding. There are concerns that the bill could be seen as a limited approach to a complex problem, potentially overshadowing the need for comprehensive mental health reform.
The analysis of H.R. 9065, which focuses on providing research and services for individuals with clinical mental health complications following pregnancy loss, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor Addison McDowell's top donor industries and the bill's subject matter. The top donor industries do not appear to have a vested interest in mental health services or pregnancy-related issues. While there is lobbying activity from various organizations, such as VIASAT, INC. and SOUTHWEST AIRLINES, the amounts contributed ($20,000 each) do not indicate a clear conflict with the bill's intent. Furthermore, the undisclosed amounts from other entities do not provide enough information to suggest a significant risk of conflict of interest. Voters should be aware that while lobbying exists, the lack of direct financial ties to the bill's subject matter suggests a low risk of conflicts.
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 Addison McDowell, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
