H.R. 3419 is a bill that extends funding for telehealth networks and resource centers through 2030. It aims to support healthcare providers in creating telehealth services, particularly in rural and underserved areas, to improve access to healthcare.
Media outlets have praised H.R. 3419 for its potential to significantly improve healthcare access in rural and underserved communities. Supporters highlight the bill's role in modernizing healthcare infrastructure and addressing disparities in healthcare availability.
Critics of the bill have expressed concerns over the effectiveness of telehealth services in truly addressing the needs of underserved populations. Some media reports suggest that without additional support, such as improving internet access in rural areas, the bill's impact may be limited.
Based on the data provided, there appears to be a low risk of conflicts of interest between Representative David Valadao's donors and the subject matter of H.R. 3419, a bill to reauthorize the telehealth network and telehealth resource centers grant programs. The top donor industries for Valadao are retired individuals, securities and investment, and government, none of which directly overlap with the telehealth industry. It is important to note that while no direct industry overlaps were detected, this does not entirely rule out potential indirect influences or conflicts. The lobbying activity in the bill's policy area does not involve any of Valadao's top donors, further reducing the risk of conflict. However, it is noteworthy that Blackstone Construction LLC, a donor to Valadao, has undisclosed lobbying activity in this policy area.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area. 1 lobbying client(s) are also sponsor donors.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| BLACKSTONE CONSTRUCTION LLC Also a Donor | WASHINGTON ADVOCACY GROUP | undisclosed |
| BEER INSTITUTE | BEER INSTITUTE | $1,250,000 |
| SKYWATER TECHNOLOGY FOUNDRY | SKYWATER TECHNOLOGY FOUNDRY | $250,000 |
| NATIONAL WATER RESOURCES ASSOCIATION | WATER STRATEGIES, LLC | $180,000 |
| HUNTINGTON INGALLS INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED | HUNTINGTON INGALLS INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED | $177,777 |
| PREMIUM CIGAR ASSOCIATION | PREMIUM CIGAR ASSOCIATION | $70,000 |
| ANIMAL HEALTH INSTITUTE | ANIMAL HEALTH INSTITUTE | $50,000 |
| SHORELIGHT, LLC (FKA SHORELIGHT EDUCATION, LLC) | SHORELIGHT, LLC (FKA SHORELIGHT EDUCATION, LLC) | $48,700 |
| DENALI WATER SOLUTIONS | WASHINGTON ADVOCACY GROUP | $15,000 |
| CENTER FOR RESPONSIBLE LENDING | NANCY ZIRKIN | $10,000 |
| AMGEN INC. | WASHINGTON ADVOCACY GROUP | $10,000 |
| PUERTO RICAN CULTURAL CENTER | FDJ SOLUTIONS, LLC | $6,000 |
| ALIANZA FOR PROGRESS ON BEHALF OF POWER4PR (FKA OPEN SOCIETY FOUNDATION) | FDJ SOLUTIONS, LLC | $5,000 |
| EAVES LAW FIRM, LLC | FDJ SOLUTIONS, LLC | undisclosed |
| UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA STUDENT ASSOCIATION | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA STUDENT ASSOCIATION | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding David Valadao, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)