H.Res. 1423 is a resolution that allows the House of Representatives to consider several bills, including one to make daylight savings time permanent (H.R. 139), another to allocate funds for national security and the Department of State (H.R. 8595), a bill aimed at improving benefits for veterans (H.R. 9237), and a bill that would prevent payment card networks from distinguishing firearms retailers from other types of retailers (H.R. 1181).
Supporters of H.Res. 1423 have highlighted the importance of making daylight savings time permanent, arguing it would benefit public health and safety by reducing the risks associated with changing clocks. Additionally, the funding for national security and veterans' benefits has been praised as essential for ensuring the well-being of service members and their families.
Critics of H.Res. 1423 have expressed concerns over the implications of making daylight savings time permanent, suggesting it could disrupt sleep patterns and negatively affect health. Additionally, some media outlets have raised alarms about the bill related to firearms retailers, arguing it could undermine efforts to track gun sales and enhance public safety.
The donor data provided does not include any PAC contributions or direct links to the bills under consideration (H.R. 139 and H.R. 8595). All donations are from individuals associated with Applied Materials, Inc., a company not directly related to the subject matter of the bills. Therefore, there is no apparent conflict of interest.
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 | $112,500,000 |
| Total from overlapping industries | $112,500,000 | ||
Top industries funding Virginia Foxx, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
Source: GovTrack.us roll call vote data.
