The Secure Space Act of 2025 is a U.S. bill that prevents the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from issuing satellite licenses or earth station authorizations to certain foreign entities considered a national security risk. This includes preventing these entities from accessing the U.S. market through foreign-licensed satellites. The FCC's decision is based on a list of companies and technologies that are deemed a threat to U.S. national security, such as Huawei and ZTE.
S. 1962 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Deb Fischer (Republican) and is currently listed as “Passed Senate”. It is classified under the Science, Technology, Communications policy area, one of 128 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Deb Fischer is the sponsor of 9 bills in our database this Congress, so S. 1962 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Senate lobbying disclosures list 15 organizations lobbying on this bill’s issue area.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates S. 1962 1/10 (low risk), higher than 6% of analyzed bills; the average in Science, Technology, Communications is 2.2/10.
Supporters of the Secure Space Act of 2025 have praised the bill for taking a strong stance on national security by limiting the influence of foreign entities that could pose risks to U.S. communications infrastructure. Media outlets have highlighted that this move is seen as a proactive measure to protect sensitive data and maintain the integrity of U.S. satellite communications.
Critics of the bill have expressed concerns that the Secure Space Act of 2025 might lead to increased tensions with foreign countries whose companies are affected. Some media reports suggest that it could also limit technological innovation and collaboration by restricting access to certain foreign technologies, potentially leading to higher costs and reduced competitiveness for U.S. companies.
The Secure Space Act of 2025 sponsored by Deb Fischer does not appear to present significant conflicts of interest based on the campaign finance data. The top donor industries to Fischer's campaign are Health Professionals and Retired individuals, which do not directly overlap with the subject matter of the bill. The lobbying activity in the bill's policy area does not involve any of Fischer's top donors either. While there is lobbying activity from various organizations, the disclosed amounts are relatively low, with the highest being $120,000 from the American Rivers Action Fund. It is important for voters to understand that while lobbying activity is present, it does not necessarily indicate a conflict of interest.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN RIVERS ACTION FUND | AMERICAN RIVERS ACTION FUND | $120,000 |
| COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVES | COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVES | $30,000 |
| WINDOW COVERING MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION | NORTHSTAR EK LLC | $30,000 |
| SHINE TECHNOLOGIES | NORTHSTAR EK LLC | $30,000 |
| PRIVATE CARE ASSOCIATION INC | HOLLRAH LLC | $10,000 |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS OFFICERS AND ADVISORS | NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF TELECOMMUNICATIONS OFFICERS AND ADVISORS | undisclosed |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WORKFORCE BOARDS | NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WORKFORCE BOARDS | undisclosed |
| MYSTERY SHOPPING PROVIDERS ASSOCIATION, INC. | HOLLRAH LLC | undisclosed |
| COALITION TO PRESERVE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS | HOLLRAH LLC | undisclosed |
| TOBACCO-FREE KIDS ACTION FUND | SACHS MEDIA. INC. | undisclosed |
| NATIONAL GRANGE OF THE ORDER OF PATRONS OF HUSBANDRY | THE NATIONAL GRANGE OF THE ORDER OF PATRONS OF HUSBANDRY | undisclosed |
| SYENSQO USA LLC | RIDGELINE ADVOCACY GROUP LLC | undisclosed |
| PUEBLO OF JEMEZ | DENTONS US LLP | undisclosed |
| INVIVYD, INC. | KING & SPALDING LLP | undisclosed |
| EUROPORT, INC. | MO STRATEGIES, INC. | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Deb Fischer, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does S. 1962 do?
The Secure Space Act of 2025 is a U.S. bill that prevents the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) from issuing satellite licenses or earth station authorizations to certain foreign entities considered a national security risk. This includes preventing these entities from accessing the U.S. market through foreign-licensed satellites. The FCC's decision is based on a list of companies and…
Has S. 1962 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on S. 1962 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Passed Senate”.
Does S. 1962 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates S. 1962 1/10 (low risk), higher than 6% of analyzed bills; the average in Science, Technology, Communications is 2.2/10. 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 S. 1962?
S. 1962 is currently “Passed Senate” as of our last update on September 25, 2026.
Who sponsored S. 1962?
S. 1962 was sponsored by Deb Fischer (Republican).
