H.Res. 1242 is a resolution that supports designating the first Friday of May as 'National Space Day.' This day is intended to recognize and celebrate the contributions of the aerospace community to the United States, highlighting its positive impact on the economy, technology, and national security.
Media coverage has generally praised H.Res. 1242 for its recognition of the aerospace sector's contributions to innovation and education. Supporters argue that establishing a National Space Day can inspire future generations to pursue careers in science and technology, fostering enthusiasm for space exploration and research.
Some critics have questioned the necessity of a designated 'National Space Day,' arguing that it may divert attention and resources from more pressing issues facing the aerospace industry. Others express concern that it could be seen as merely symbolic without concrete actions to support the industry.
Based on the available data, there appears to be no direct conflicts of interest between the sponsor's donors and the bill's subject matter. The bill, H.Res. 1242, supports the first Friday of May as 'National Space Day' in recognition of the aerospace community's positive impact on the United States. The sponsor, Ted Lieu, does not have any top donors from the aerospace industry or related fields. Lobbying activity in the bill's policy area does not show any significant financial contributions from industries related to the bill's subject matter. The disclosed amounts from lobbying activity are from unrelated industries, with the highest disclosed amount being $25,000 from the American Association for Justice. Therefore, the risk of conflicts of interest is low.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| MARVELL TECHNOLOGY, INC. | CLARK STREET ASSOCIATES | $30,000 |
| AMERICAN ASSOCIATION FOR JUSTICE | LXR GROUP | $25,000 |
| BMWED/BRS/SMART-MD/PASSENGER RAIL/NCFOBJ | MOONEY, GREEN, SAINDON, MURPHY & WELCH, P.C. | $16,000 |
| YELLOWSTONE TO YUKON CONSERVATION INITIATIVE | MICHAEL POWELSON | $11,000 |
| HEALTHY MARKETS ASSOCIATION | LXR GROUP | $10,000 |
| UNIAO DA INDUSTRIA DE CANA-DE-AUCAR E BIOENERGIA (UNICA) | BARRAL M JORGE CONSULTORES ASSOCIADOS LTDA | $10,000 |
| CONFEDERACAO NACIONAL DAS INSTITUICOES FINANCEIRAS | BARRAL M JORGE CONSULTORES ASSOCIADOS LTDA | $10,000 |
| NATL ASSC OF STATE DIRECTORS OF CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION | NATL ASSC OF STATE DIRECTORS OF CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION | undisclosed |
| BRAZILIAN AVOCADO COMMISSION | FEDERAL STRATEGIES GROUP, INC. | undisclosed |
| SAAGA | FEDERAL STRATEGIES GROUP, INC. | undisclosed |
| UNIVERSITY AT BUFFALO | STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT BUFFALO | undisclosed |
| THE GREAT PLAINS INSTITUTE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, INC. | KOUNTOUPES DENHAM CARR & REID, LLC | undisclosed |
| CLOUDTRUCKS | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| LOS ANGELES CLEANTECH INCUBATOR | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| THE SCIENCE COALITION | FORBES-TATE | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Ted Lieu, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
