H.R. 9542 is a bill that aims to repeal certain provisions related to Medicaid that were included in a previous reconciliation act (H. Con. Res. 14). This means it seeks to undo changes or expansions made to Medicaid as part of that earlier legislation.
Supporters of H.R. 9542 argue that repealing the Medicaid-related provisions will help preserve state budgets and ensure that Medicaid remains focused on its core mission of serving the most vulnerable populations. They believe this will lead to more efficient use of resources.
Critics of H.R. 9542 contend that repealing these Medicaid provisions could jeopardize healthcare access for millions of low-income individuals and families. They warn that this move may lead to increased uninsured rates and worsen health disparities across the country.
The bill H.R. 9542 aims to repeal Medicaid-related provisions, which directly impacts the healthcare sector. The sponsor, Brendan Boyle, has received substantial contributions from the health professionals industry, totaling $120 million. This significant financial backing raises concerns about potential conflicts of interest, as the repeal could benefit the interests of his donors who are likely to be affected by Medicaid funding changes. The health professionals sector is a clear overlap with the bill's subject matter, indicating a strong financial incentive for the sponsor to act in favor of his contributors' interests rather than the public's health needs.
Additionally, the lobbying activity in this policy area further complicates the situation. Organizations such as the American Physical Therapy Association have spent over $312,000 lobbying on related issues, suggesting that there is an active effort to influence legislation in favor of the healthcare industry. Given the substantial donations and the direct impact of the bill on the healthcare sector, voters should be aware of the potential for the sponsor's decisions to align more closely with donor interests than with the needs of constituents reliant on Medicaid services.
These industries are both affected by this bill and among the sponsor's top donors.
| Industry | Match Type | Related Subject | Donations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Professionals (H01) | Sector | Health | $120,000,000 |
| Total from overlapping industries | $120,000,000 | ||
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION | AMERICAN PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOCIATION | $312,662 |
| STE NORTH AMERICA, INC. (FORMERLY ST ENGINEERING NORTH AMERICA, INC.) | STE NORTH AMERICA, INC. (FORMERLY ST ENGINEERING NORTH AMERICA, INC.) | $210,000 |
| ID.ME, LLC | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $60,000 |
| BLUE WATER AUTONOMY, INC. | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $60,000 |
| POLK COUNTY, IOWA | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $30,000 |
| GEORGIA POWER COMPANY | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $20,000 |
| ADVANCING MENTAL HEALTH FOR MILITARY FAMILIES, LLC | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | $10,000 |
| TOWN OF PROSPERITY, SC | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| CITY OF FOREST ACRES | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| COLLETON COUNTY | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| NEWBERRY COUNTY | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| CITY OF EASLEY | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| TOWN OF IRMO, SC | LAKE SHORE STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| RECORDED FUTURE, INC. | RECORDED FUTURE, INC. | undisclosed |
| CITY OF MARION, IOWA | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Brendan Boyle, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
