H.R. 9133 is a bill that mandates the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to provide Congress with reports detailing actions taken by employees of the Executive branch that may involve censoring lawful speech. The bill aims to increase transparency and accountability regarding government involvement in speech regulation.
Supporters of H.R. 9133 argue that the bill is a necessary step to protect free speech and ensure that government officials are held accountable for any attempts to limit lawful expression. They believe that increased oversight will help safeguard democratic values and promote transparency in government operations.
Critics of H.R. 9133 contend that the bill may lead to unnecessary bureaucratic oversight and could stifle legitimate efforts to manage harmful or misleading information. Some fear that it could be used as a political tool to undermine the actions of government employees, potentially creating an environment where public servants are hesitant to act on issues related to speech regulation.
All donors are from Applied Materials, Inc., which may have an interest in free speech issues related to technology. However, the donations are relatively small and do not indicate a high risk of conflict of interest.
Top industries and organizations funding Scott Perry, from FEC data.
Source: FEC campaign finance records
