H.R. 9826 is a bill that aims to prevent the Secretary of the Interior from taking any actions that would lead to the expansion of the Mid-Continent Limestone Quarry, which is located near Glenwood Springs, Colorado. This means that the bill seeks to maintain the current size of the quarry and limit any potential growth that could impact the surrounding environment and community.
H.R. 9826 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Jeff Hurd (Republican) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Public Lands and Natural Resources policy area, one of 158 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Jeff Hurd is the sponsor of 13 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 9826 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 9826 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Public Lands and Natural Resources is 2/10.
Supporters of H.R. 9826 have praised the bill for prioritizing environmental protection and community health. They argue that preventing the expansion of the limestone quarry is crucial for preserving the natural beauty of Glenwood Springs and protecting local ecosystems from potential harm caused by increased mining activities.
Critics of H.R. 9826 have expressed concerns that the bill could hinder economic development and job creation in the area. They argue that expanding the quarry could provide essential resources and employment opportunities for the local community, and that the legislation may unnecessarily restrict the operations of a vital industry.
The analysis of H.R. 9826, which aims to prohibit the expansion of the Mid-Continent Limestone Quarry, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor Jeff Hurd's top donor industries. This lack of overlap suggests that there are minimal financial incentives for Hurd to act in favor of any specific donor interests related to this bill. Given that the primary focus of the legislation is environmental protection and land use, and considering the absence of any significant financial contributions from industries that would benefit from the quarry's expansion, the potential for conflicts of interest remains low. Voters should be aware that while campaign contributions can influence legislative actions, in this case, the financial ties do not present a clear conflict regarding this specific bill.
Top industries funding Jeff Hurd, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 9826 do?
H.R. 9826 is a bill that aims to prevent the Secretary of the Interior from taking any actions that would lead to the expansion of the Mid-Continent Limestone Quarry, which is located near Glenwood Springs, Colorado. This means that the bill seeks to maintain the current size of the quarry and limit any potential growth that could impact the surrounding environment and community.
Has H.R. 9826 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 9826 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 9826 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 9826 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Public Lands and Natural Resources is 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. 9826?
H.R. 9826 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on July 24, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 9826?
H.R. 9826 was sponsored by Jeff Hurd (Republican).
