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An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
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SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. via SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
2026 · third_quarter · Q3
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Source: Senate LDA
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
An act to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of H. Con. Res. 14.
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Counseling Not Criminalization in Schools Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Counseling Not Criminalization in Schools Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Counseling Not Criminalization in Schools Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Counseling Not Criminalization in Schools Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
911 Community Crisis Responders Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
911 Community Crisis Responders Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
911 Community Crisis Responders Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
911 Community Crisis Responders Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Federal Working Animal Protection Act
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
D. C. Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safe Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
D. C. Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safe Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
D. C. Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safe Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
D. C. Criminal Reforms to Immediately Make Everyone Safe Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
To lower the age at which a minor may be tried as an adult for certain criminal offenses in the District of Columbia to 14 years of age.
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
To lower the age at which a minor may be tried as an adult for certain criminal offenses in the District of Columbia to 14 years of age.
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
To lower the age at which a minor may be tried as an adult for certain criminal offenses in the District of Columbia to 14 years of age.
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
To lower the age at which a minor may be tried as an adult for certain criminal offenses in the District of Columbia to 14 years of age.
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Policing Protection Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Policing Protection Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Policing Protection Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Policing Protection Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Cash Bail Reform Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Cash Bail Reform Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Cash Bail Reform Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
District of Columbia Cash Bail Reform Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
5G UPGRADE Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
5G UPGRADE Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
5G UPGRADE Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
5G UPGRADE Act of 2025
Client: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. · Firm: SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Election Assistance Commission (EAC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE)
SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. via SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
2026 · second_quarter · Q2
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: Endorse H.R. 8503 - Save SNAP Act of 2026 H.R. 8504 - Rural Health Resilience Act of 2026 H.R. 9581 - Fresh Bucks for Fresh Produce Act S. 2556 - Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act H.R. 6088 / S. 3281 - Restoring Food Security for American Families and Farmers Act of 2025 Oppose S. 1 - Budget Reconciliation (Secure America Act) H.R. 8464 - Stopping Fraudulent Payments Act H.R. 7567 - Farm, Food, and National Security Act S. 4632 - Prevent Government Shutdowns Act Support H.R. 8555 - Living Wage for All Act S. 3956 - Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act Oppose H.R. 9330 - Earned Wage Access Consumer Protection Act H.R. 8000 - National Defense Authorization Act (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives and programs) Fiscal Year 2027 Appropriations (opposing provisions/riders restricting equal-opportunity initiatives) General Services Administration Proposed Rule (opposing proposed new conditions on federal assistance) Department of Housing and Urban Development Disparate Impact Proposed Rule (opposing elimination of disparate impact regulations at HUD) Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule (opposing revised standard for classifying workers as independent contractors) Other Advocacy Section 1977 of the Revised Statutes (clarifying that Section 1977 does not prohibit remedial charitable donations) Budget Reconciliation Bill H.R. 800 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) H.R. 2853 - CORCA H.R. 1958 - Deporting Fraudsters Act H.R. 4638 - BOWOW Act H.R. 2853 - Monitor Accountability Act H.R. 6260 - Keeping Violent Offenders Off Our Streets Act H.R. 5625 - Cashless Bail Reporting Act Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (IRPHA) - House and Senate versions H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act H.R.7296 / S.3752 - SAVE America Act H.R. 9368 - Voter ID Act USPS - Comments related to proposed voting by mail changes SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Filing targets: Agriculture, Dept of (USDA), Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Election Assistance Commission (EAC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE, U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE)
SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC. via SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER, INC.
2026 · first_quarter · Q1
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. Affordable Care Act / Health Policy and DHS funding and appropriations Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts that harm individuals and families (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Education / Tax Policy Private school vouchers (oppose) Advocacy opposing HUD work reporting requirements Nutrition Assistance / SNAP Opposition to HB 1166 and SB 17 Nonprofit legislation (designations re terrorist organizations) opposition DHS funding bill (opposition) Protecting Sensitive Locations Act (support) Markwayne Mullin nomination (opposition) Voting Rights H.R. 22 - SAVE Act (opposition) H.R. 7296 - SAVE America Act (opposition) H.R. 7300 - Make Elections Great Again Act (opposition) H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act Financial Services and General Government FY27 Appropriations Note: bill not released in Q1, but lobbied on the issue Undoing ACA and Medicaid Cuts (related to H.R. 1) Farm Bill (H.R. 7567 Farm, Food and National Security Act of 2026) DHS Funding Bill: H.R. 7744 Dept. of Homeland Security Appropriations Act Deporting Fraudsters Act: HR 1958 BOWWOW Act: HR 4638 SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Election Assistance Commission (EAC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE
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2025 · fourth_quarter · Q4
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); Oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296 National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives and opposition to efforts to eliminate Department of Defense anti-extremism initiatives, and opposition to efforts to revert to Confederate associated names for Army Bases and other military assets. H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Department of Homeland Security - Comments related to SAVE Database updates Support government shutdown Support annual appropriation bill to fully fund social safety net Oppose cuts to public benefits programs Oppose H.R. 1 Nutrition: support undoing SNAP provisions in HR1, H.R. 6088: Restoring Food Security for American Families and Famers Act 2025, Education: oppose private school vouchers Healthcare: support clean extension of ACA tax credits, H.R. 4849: Protecting Health Care and Lowering Costs Act Housing: opposed changes to the HUD continuum of care funding S. Res. 240 - A resolution affirming that diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility are fundamental values of the United States, and emphasizing the ongoing need to address discrimination and inequality in the workplace; pre-K-12 and higher education systems; government programs; the military; and society at large. H.R. 5975 - Appraisal Modernization Act S. 3243 - The Ending Forced Arbitration of Racial Discrimination Act Healthy Families Act CFPB - Comment and advocacy on a proposed rule related to disparate impact and special purpose credit programs under Regulation B, which implements the Equal Credit Opportunity Act. Opposition to Jeremy Carl to serve as Assistant Secretary of State for International Organizations Support for HR 5546, the Combating Hate Across Campus Act. Support for comprehensive hate crime prevention funding in HR 6938, FY 2026 Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment Appropriations Act; H.R. 5179, District of Columbia Attorney General Appointment Reform Act of 2025. SPLC's policy positions can also be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Filing targets: Commerce, Dept of (DOC), Election Assistance Commission (EAC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Homeland Security, Dept of (DHS), Housing & Urban Development, Dept of (HUD), Justice, Dept of (DOJ), SENATE
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2025 · third_quarter · Q3
The SPLC conducted lobbying activity related to the following topics and legislation: HR 2588, Improving Reporting to Prevent Hate Act (support); Nomination of Paul Ingrassia to serve as Special Counsel, Office of Special Counsel (oppose); We oppose provisions in HR 3838 Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026, and S. 2296, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that would eliminate Department of Defense diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives.H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026HRH.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026H.R.3838 - Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026; H.R. 14 - John R Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act H.R. 11 - Freedom To Vote Act (note: this is the # from 118th Congress; not yet introduced this Congress, but discussed) H.R. 5407 - Climate Resilient Elections Act H.R. 5266 - Financial Services and General Government Appropriations Act EAC--Comments related to voter citizenship identification documents Additional bills include: HR 5214, HR 5140, HR 4922, HR 5143, HR 2739, and HR 3658 Additional policy positions can be found here: https://www.splcenter.org/policy-advocacy/
Filing targets: Election Assistance Commission (EAC), HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2025 · second_quarter · Q2
Nomination letters re Executive Branch Candidates Opposition to One Big Beautiful Bill
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2025 · first_quarter · 1A
Opposition to SAVE Act Nomination letters re Executive Branch Candidates
Filing targets: HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, SENATE
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2025 · first_quarter · RR
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.
Executive branch nominees; Support victims of civil rights abuses and hate crimes and promoting civil and human rights for disaffected groups (minorities, immigrants, guest workers, children, poor, LGBT) in the south and nationwide.