S.Res. 762 is a resolution that supports the establishment of the second Friday in June as 'National Service and Conservation Corps Day.' This day is intended to honor and recognize the contributions of service and conservation corps across the country, which engage young people in community service and environmental conservation efforts.
Media coverage has highlighted the importance of recognizing the contributions of service and conservation corps, emphasizing their role in fostering civic engagement and environmental stewardship. Supporters argue that this designation will help raise awareness of the positive impact these organizations have on communities and inspire more young people to get involved.
Some critics have questioned the necessity of a designated day for service and conservation corps, arguing that it may divert attention and resources from more pressing environmental and social issues. Others believe that existing observances already sufficiently honor volunteerism and conservation efforts, making this resolution redundant.
The bill S.Res. 762, which supports the designation of National Service and Conservation Corps Day, does not show any direct industry overlaps with the sponsor Martin Heinrich's top donor industries, which are primarily Health Professionals and Retired individuals. The total contributions from these sectors amount to $1,050,000,000, but they do not directly relate to the conservation or service sectors that the bill addresses. The lobbying activity in this policy area does not indicate significant financial influence from industries that could create a conflict of interest concerning the bill's subject matter. The lobbying amounts, while notable, are not linked to the sponsor's primary donors, suggesting minimal risk of conflict. Voters should be aware that while there is lobbying activity in related areas, it does not appear to intersect with Heinrich's financial backers, indicating a low risk of undue influence.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| VERDEGO AERO | THE JACKSON GROUP, LLC | $200,000 |
| SPRAY FOAM COALITION | SPRAY FOAM COALITION | $60,000 |
| SHANDA ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC | SHANDA ASSET MANAGEMENT LLC | $50,000 |
| PELION VENTURE PARTNERS | THE JACKSON GROUP, LLC | $38,000 |
| ANELLO PHOTONICS | THE JACKSON GROUP, LLC | $30,000 |
| GREEN OCEANS | EDNEXUS ADVISORS, LLC | $22,500 |
| 47G | THE JACKSON GROUP, LLC | $15,000 |
| GRAIN CHAIN | THE JACKSON GROUP, LLC | $5,000 |
| JOHN BRIAN LEDBETTER MISSIONS | JOHN BRIAN LEDBETTER MISSIONS CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| JOHN BRIAN LEDBETTER MISSIONS CORPORATION | JOHN BRIAN LEDBETTER MISSIONS CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| LG ELECTRONICS USA, INC. | HOLLAND & KNIGHT LLP | undisclosed |
| RIDE GROUP LLC | AKIN GUMP STRAUSS HAUER & FELD | undisclosed |
| CRESCENTA VALLEY WATER DISTRICT | CAPITOL CORE GROUP, INC. | undisclosed |
| ALIBABA GROUP HOLDING LIMITED | SIDLEY AUSTIN LLP | undisclosed |
| SPACECONNECT ASSOCIATION | SALT POINT STRATEGIES | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Martin Heinrich, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
