S. 4570 is a bill aimed at encouraging foreign governments to procure cyber and digital technologies that originate from the United States. The bill likely includes provisions to simplify the procurement process and provide incentives for these foreign partners, thereby strengthening U.S. international relationships and enhancing cybersecurity efforts.
S. 4570 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Jeanne Shaheen (Democrat) and is currently listed as “Reported by Committee”. It is classified under the Foreign Trade and International Finance policy area, one of 57 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Jeanne Shaheen is the sponsor of 14 bills in our database this Congress, so S. 4570 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, 1 of which also donated to the sponsor.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates S. 4570 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Foreign Trade and International Finance is 1.9/10.
Supporters of S. 4570 have praised the bill for promoting U.S. technological leadership and enhancing national security through stronger international partnerships. Media coverage highlights the potential for increased collaboration with allied nations in combating cyber threats and fostering innovation in digital technologies.
Critics of S. 4570 express concerns that the bill may prioritize U.S. companies at the expense of foreign competitors, potentially leading to trade tensions. Some media outlets argue that the focus on U.S.-origin technologies could limit the diversity of solutions available to foreign governments and may not adequately address the complexities of global cybersecurity challenges.
The bill S. 4570 aims to enhance the procurement of U.S.-origin cyber and digital technologies by foreign government partners. The sponsor, Senator Jeanne Shaheen, has significant donor contributions from the health professionals and retired individuals sectors, totaling over $1.15 billion. However, there are no direct overlaps between these donor industries and the bill's focus on cyber and digital technologies, which suggests a low risk of conflicts of interest. The lobbying activity related to the bill includes various companies, but none are directly connected to the top donor industries of the sponsor. This indicates that while there is lobbying present, it does not directly involve the major financial backers of the sponsor, mitigating potential conflicts.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area. 1 lobbying client(s) are also sponsor donors.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CRITICAL FREQUENCY DESIGN, LLC Also a Donor | SMITH & ASSOCIATES | undisclosed |
| NORSK HYDRO USA, LLC | NORSK HYDRO USA, LLC | $90,000 |
| CALIFORNIA RICE COMMISSION | THE RUSSELL GROUP, INC. | $80,000 |
| NCTA - THE INTERNET AND TELEVISION ASSOCIATION | RIVENDELL GROUP LLP | $50,000 |
| UNIPER GLOBAL COMMODITIES NORTH AMERICA LLC | FTI GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS | $40,000 |
| COX ENTERPRISES INC. | RIVENDELL GROUP LLP | $30,000 |
| T-MOBILE USA, INC. | RIVENDELL GROUP LLP | $30,000 |
| ALUCHEM INC. | MAD GLOBAL STRATEGY | $30,000 |
| MISSY EDWARDS STRATEGIES ON BEHALF OF TRUCKLOAD CARRIERS ASSOCIATION | STATE FEDERAL STRATEGIES | $20,000 |
| CULLMAN REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | WOODLAND RESOURCES | $18,000 |
| ADNEURIS THERAPEUTICS, INC. | MAD GLOBAL STRATEGY | $15,000 |
| NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR LANGUAGES AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES | BERNSTEIN STRATEGY GROUP | $10,000 |
| AMERICAN FEDERATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS | BERNSTEIN STRATEGY GROUP | $10,000 |
| SPENCER PRUITT | SMITH & ASSOCIATES | undisclosed |
| ALUCHEM INC. | MAD GLOBAL STRATEGY | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Jeanne Shaheen, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does S. 4570 do?
S. 4570 is a bill aimed at encouraging foreign governments to procure cyber and digital technologies that originate from the United States. The bill likely includes provisions to simplify the procurement process and provide incentives for these foreign partners, thereby strengthening U.S. international relationships and enhancing cybersecurity efforts.
Has S. 4570 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on S. 4570 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Reported by Committee”.
Does S. 4570 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates S. 4570 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Foreign Trade and International Finance is 1.9/10. 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. 4570?
S. 4570 is currently “Reported by Committee” as of our last update on June 19, 2026.
Who sponsored S. 4570?
S. 4570 was sponsored by Jeanne Shaheen (Democrat).
