H.J.Res. 133 is a bill that seeks to authorize the Secretary of the Interior to make special arrangements for unique displays at the National Mall and the Washington Monument for a period starting on December 31, 2025, and ending on January 5, 2026. This suggests the intention to host some form of event or celebration at these locations during this period, although the specifics of the event are not provided in the bill title.
Media outlets in favor of this bill have emphasized the potential for this to be a major event that could bring in tourism and boost local economies. They also point out that the National Mall and the Washington Monument are iconic locations that provide a fitting backdrop for significant national events, potentially enhancing the experience for attendees and viewers.
Critics in the media have raised concerns about potential disruption to the local area, including traffic congestion and damage to public spaces. They also question whether the unspecified nature of the 'unique and one-time arrangements' could open the door to inappropriate or overly commercial displays. Some also worry about the cost of such an event, and whether it could be better spent on other priorities.
Based on the available data, there appears to be no direct conflicts of interest between the sponsor's donors and the bill's subject matter. The sponsor, Robert Aderholt, has received significant donations from the Retired, Securities & Investment, and Government industries, but none of these directly overlap with the subject matter of the bill, which pertains to arrangements for displays on the National Mall and the Washington Monument. The lobbying activity in this bill's policy area does not involve any of the sponsor's top donors, and the amounts disclosed range from $9,000 to $15,000, which is relatively small compared to the donations received by the sponsor. Therefore, the risk of conflicts of interest appears to be low.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| NEW YORK TRANSCO LLC | HOLLAND & KNIGHT LLP | $60,000 |
| CITY OF BUFFALO, NY | HOLLAND & KNIGHT LLP | $40,000 |
| COUNCIL FOR AFFORDABLE AND RURAL HOUSING | HOLLAND & KNIGHT LLP | $40,000 |
| DELAWARE NORTH | HOLLAND & KNIGHT LLP | $30,000 |
| AFRICAN COALITION FOR TRADE | RYBERG AND SMITH, L.L.C. | $20,000 |
| SELF-HELP MOVEMENT, INC | MISSION GOVERNMENT RELATIONS (FORMERLY KNOWN AS MUROFF LAW FIRM, LLC) | $15,000 |
| IRIDIUM SATELLITE, LLC | GLOBAL TECH STRATEGIES, LLC | $10,000 |
| INGLIS | MISSION GOVERNMENT RELATIONS (FORMERLY KNOWN AS MUROFF LAW FIRM, LLC) | $10,000 |
| SALVATION ARMY OF EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA AND DELAWARE | MISSION GOVERNMENT RELATIONS (FORMERLY KNOWN AS MUROFF LAW FIRM, LLC) | $9,000 |
| MANN CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS ON BEHALF OF CAVAROCCHI RUSCIO DENNIS ASSOC | MISSION GOVERNMENT RELATIONS (FORMERLY KNOWN AS MUROFF LAW FIRM, LLC) | undisclosed |
| FLORIDA CRYSTALS CORP. | RYBERG AND SMITH, L.L.C. | undisclosed |
| CBI SUGAR GROUP | RYBERG AND SMITH, L.L.C. | undisclosed |
| INTERNATIONAL SUGAR TRADE COALITION | RYBERG AND SMITH, L.L.C. | undisclosed |
| MAURITIUS-U.S. BUSINESS ASSOCIATION, INC. | RYBERG AND SMITH, L.L.C. | undisclosed |
| MAURITIUS SUGAR SYNDICATE AND MAURITIUS CHAMBER OF AGRICULTURE | RYBERG AND SMITH, L.L.C. | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Robert Aderholt, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
