H.Res. 1297 is a resolution expressing support for designating May 17, 2026, as 'Necrotizing Enterocolitis Awareness Day'. This day aims to raise awareness about necrotizing enterocolitis, a serious gastrointestinal condition that primarily affects premature infants.
The resolution has been positively received for its focus on raising awareness about necrotizing enterocolitis, a condition that impacts many families with premature infants. Advocates praise the initiative for highlighting the importance of early diagnosis and treatment, and for encouraging research into better management of the disease.
Some critics argue that while raising awareness is important, the resolution does not provide any funding or specific actions to address the needs of families affected by necrotizing enterocolitis. They feel that symbolic gestures are insufficient without concrete support and resources for research and treatment.
The analysis of H.Res. 1297 reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor Mike Thompson's top donor industries and the bill's subject matter, which focuses on raising awareness for necrotizing enterocolitis. While there are several lobbying activities in the related policy area, the contributions from these entities do not indicate a direct financial interest in the outcome of this resolution. For instance, Paratek Pharmaceuticals, which contributed $20,000, is involved in pharmaceuticals, but there is no evidence that they are directly impacted by the awareness campaign. The other lobbying entities listed have undisclosed amounts, making it difficult to ascertain their influence. Overall, the lack of direct financial ties to the bill suggests a low risk of conflict of interest.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| STEELSHIPS, LLC | CONSCIENCE POINT CONSULTING, INC. | $45,000 |
| SAN PASQUAL BAND OF MISSION INDIANS | THE FARLEY GROUP, INC. | $30,000 |
| PARATEK PHARMACEUTICALS | PARATEK PHARMACEUTICALS | $20,000 |
| SAN JUAN SOUTHERN PAIUTE TRIBE | THE FARLEY GROUP, INC. | $15,000 |
| CHURCH ALLIANCE | K&L GATES, LLP | $10,000 |
| GIFDA | RULON & WHITE GOVERNANCE STRATEGIES | $10,000 |
| ASSOCIATION FOR PROFESSIONALS IN INFECTION CONTROL AND EPIDEMIOLOGY | ASSOCIATION FOR PROFESSIONALS IN INFECTION CONTROL AND EPIDEMIOLOGY | undisclosed |
| PHARMATROPHIX, INC. | FGS GLOBAL (US) LLC (FKA FGH HOLDINGS LLC) | undisclosed |
| PGA TOUR, INC. | FGS GLOBAL (US) LLC (FKA FGH HOLDINGS LLC) | undisclosed |
| RESPONSIVE GOV ACTION | THE RABEN GROUP | undisclosed |
| KERECIS | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| BINTI, INC. | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| VERTIV GROUP CORPORATION | AKIN GUMP STRAUSS HAUER & FELD | undisclosed |
| TERRA-GEN, LLC | AKIN GUMP STRAUSS HAUER & FELD | undisclosed |
| PHILIPS | CONTINENTAL STRATEGY, LLC | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Mike Thompson, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
