H.R. 9518 aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code to permit individuals to contribute to their health savings accounts (HSAs) even if their spouse has a health flexible spending account (FSA). This change is intended to provide more flexibility for families in managing their healthcare expenses.
H.R. 9518 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Darin LaHood (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.
Darin LaHood is the sponsor of 6 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 9518 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. 9518 3/10 (low risk), higher than 87% of analyzed bills; the average in Taxation is 2.2/10.
Supporters of H.R. 9518 have praised the bill for increasing financial options for families, allowing them to better save for medical expenses. The bill is seen as a step towards enhancing healthcare affordability and accessibility, particularly for families navigating different types of health accounts.
Critics of H.R. 9518 argue that the bill could complicate the tax code further and create confusion for families about their healthcare savings options. Some detractors also express concern that it may disproportionately benefit higher-income households who can afford to contribute more to HSAs.
While there are no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor's top donor industries and the subject matter of H.R. 9518, there is significant lobbying activity in related areas. Notably, RESPOND-US contributed $140,000, and MEDLINE contributed $80,000, both through CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. These entities may have interests in health-related policy, which could indirectly connect to the bill's focus on health savings accounts. However, the absence of direct donor industry overlaps suggests that the risk of a conflict of interest is moderate rather than high. Voters should be aware of these contributions as they may influence the legislative process, even if not directly tied to the bill's content.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| RESPOND-US | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $140,000 |
| SILVERLINING | ALPINE GROUP PARTNERS, LLC. | $80,000 |
| MEDLINE | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $80,000 |
| GINKGO BIOWORKS, INC. | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $60,000 |
| AMERICAN FLOOD COALITION ACTION INC | ALPINE GROUP PARTNERS, LLC. | $60,000 |
| PEABODY ENERGY CORPORATION | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $50,000 |
| LUFTHANSA GERMAN AIRLINES | CAPITOL POINT GROUP, LLC | $50,000 |
| MERIDIAM INFRASTRUCTURE | CAPITOL POINT GROUP, LLC | $40,000 |
| LEO TECHNOLOGIES | BUTLER SNOW LLP | $30,000 |
| MAXIMUS | BRICK STREET STRATEGY | $30,000 |
| JOHNSON & JOHNSON | BRICK STREET STRATEGY | $30,000 |
| OCCIDENTAL PETROLEUM CORPORATION | GTB PARTNERS | $20,000 |
| CHAMBERS COUNTY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY | BUTLER SNOW LLP | $15,000 |
| HEARTH, PATIO & BARBECUE ASSOCIATION | HEARTH, PATIO & BARBECUE ASSOCIATION | $15,000 |
| BASIS PATH | BUTLER SNOW LLP | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Darin LaHood, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 9518 do?
H.R. 9518 aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code to permit individuals to contribute to their health savings accounts (HSAs) even if their spouse has a health flexible spending account (FSA). This change is intended to provide more flexibility for families in managing their healthcare expenses.
Has H.R. 9518 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 9518 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 9518 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 9518 3/10 (low risk), higher than 87% 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. 9518?
H.R. 9518 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on July 1, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 9518?
H.R. 9518 was sponsored by Darin LaHood (Republican).
