H.Res. 1406 is a resolution from the House of Representatives that honors the crew members of the USS Liberty, which was attacked on June 8, 1967. The resolution urges the government to declassify all documents related to this incident and emphasizes the importance of protecting the lives and safety of U.S. citizens.
H.Res. 1406 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Thomas Massie (Republican) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Congress policy area, one of 153 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Thomas Massie is the sponsor of 12 bills in our database this Congress, so H.Res. 1406 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
FEC records show Thomas Massie received $75 million from industries this bill affects, led by Retired.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.Res. 1406 5/10 (moderate risk), higher than 92% of analyzed bills; the average in Congress is 2.8/10.
Some media outlets have praised H.Res. 1406 for acknowledging the sacrifices of the USS Liberty crew and pushing for transparency regarding historical events. Supporters argue that declassifying records can provide closure to families affected and promote accountability.
Critics of H.Res. 1406 have expressed concerns that the resolution might reopen old wounds or exacerbate tensions related to U.S. foreign policy. Some argue that it could be perceived as politically motivated or could misrepresent the complexities surrounding the attack.
The bill H.Res. 1406, which honors the men of the USS Liberty and urges the declassification of records related to the 1967 attack, has a notable connection to the sponsor, Thomas Massie, through his top donor industry, 'Retired'. This industry has contributed a total of $75,000,000 to Massie, indicating a significant financial relationship. While the bill's subject matter does not directly relate to the interests of the 'Retired' sector, the substantial donations could raise questions about potential influence or prioritization of donor interests in legislative matters. Voters should be aware that while the bill appears to honor a historical event, the financial ties to a major donor category could suggest underlying motivations that are not immediately apparent.
These industries are both affected by this bill and among the sponsor's top donors.
| Industry | Match Type | Related Subject | Donations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retired (W06) | Sector | Congress | $75,000,000 |
| Total from overlapping industries | $75,000,000 | ||
Top industries funding Thomas Massie, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.Res. 1406 do?
H.Res. 1406 is a resolution from the House of Representatives that honors the crew members of the USS Liberty, which was attacked on June 8, 1967. The resolution urges the government to declassify all documents related to this incident and emphasizes the importance of protecting the lives and safety of U.S. citizens.
Has H.Res. 1406 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.Res. 1406 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Who funds the sponsor of H.Res. 1406?
FEC records show Thomas Massie received $75 million from industries this bill affects, led by Retired. Overlap does not imply wrongdoing; it shows where financial interests and legislation intersect.
Does H.Res. 1406 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.Res. 1406 5/10 (moderate risk), higher than 92% of analyzed bills; the average in Congress is 2.8/10. 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.Res. 1406?
H.Res. 1406 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on July 9, 2026.
Who sponsored H.Res. 1406?
H.Res. 1406 was sponsored by Thomas Massie (Republican).
