The Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026 (H.R. 7389) is a proposed law introduced by Representative Brett Guthrie on February 5, 2026. Its primary goal is to update and enhance the motor vehicle safety programs managed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). While the bill's full text is available, a detailed summary has not been provided yet. The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce and was forwarded by the Subcommittee on Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade to the full committee on February 10, 2026.
As of now, there is limited media coverage on H.R. 7389. However, given its focus on modernizing vehicle safety programs, it is likely to receive support from safety advocates and industry stakeholders who favor advancements in automotive safety standards and technologies.
Currently, there is minimal media coverage on H.R. 7389. Potential criticisms could arise from concerns about the implementation costs for manufacturers and the regulatory impact on the automotive industry, especially if the bill introduces stringent new requirements.
The Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026, sponsored by Brett Guthrie, does not show direct industry overlaps with the sponsor's top donor industries, which primarily consist of Health Professionals and Retired individuals, totaling $472,500,000. This indicates a low likelihood of conflicts of interest directly related to the bill's subject matter. The significant contributions from health professionals may suggest a focus on health-related legislation, but there is no apparent connection to motor vehicle modernization. Additionally, the lobbying activity in this policy area does not indicate a strong alignment with the sponsor's donor base, further mitigating potential conflicts. Voters should be aware that while the financial influence from health professionals is substantial, it does not directly pertain to the motor vehicle industry, thus reducing concerns about conflicts of interest in this instance.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DIRSHU INTERNATIONAL | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | $100,000 |
| CEO WORKS | SAUNDERS GLOBAL DIPLOMACY | $45,000 |
| KAZI IG | SAUNDERS GLOBAL DIPLOMACY | $15,000 |
| KEY LARGO WASTEWATER TREATMENT DISTRICT | HICKS-RICHARDSON ASSOCIATES | $10,000 |
| WATERFRONT GLOBAL | BBT STRATEGIES LLC | $5,200 |
| DIGITALEUROPE | VIVID STRATEGIES LLC | undisclosed |
| INTERNATIONAL CHRISTIAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| DR. STEPHEN SOLOWAY | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| ONE ISRAEL FUND | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| HEMOGLOBIN OXYGEN THERAPEUTICS | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| ATAOLLAH AMINPOUR | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| HERSEL NEMAN | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| MORAD BEN NEMAN | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| MARK SCOTT | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
| BORIS MINTS | MERKAVA STRATEGIES CORPORATION | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Brett Guthrie, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
