H.R. 9154 is a bill that requires the Secretary of Commerce to create a method for determining the country of origin of shrimp. This aims to improve transparency and consumer information regarding shrimp products in the U.S. market.
Supporters of H.R. 9154 argue that the bill will enhance consumer confidence by ensuring that shrimp sold in the U.S. is clearly labeled with its country of origin. This could help consumers make informed choices and support domestic shrimp industries.
Critics of H.R. 9154 express concerns that the bill may impose additional regulatory burdens on shrimp importers and could lead to increased prices for consumers. There are also worries about the feasibility of implementing a reliable methodology for origin identification.
The analysis of H.R. 9154, which directs the Secretary of Commerce to develop a methodology for identifying the country of origin of shrimp, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor Nancy Mace's top donors and the bill's subject matter. While there is lobbying activity in the policy area, the contributions from entities such as Photonis and Southwest Airlines do not appear to have a direct connection to shrimp sourcing or related industries. The total disclosed lobbying amounts in this area are $90,000, but without specific ties to shrimp or seafood industries, the risk of conflict is minimal. Voters should be aware that while there is lobbying present, the lack of direct donor connections suggests that the bill is unlikely to serve the interests of Mace's donors.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| REFORM ACTION FUND | THE TOLMAN GROUP | $30,000 |
| PHOTONIS | LEWIS-BURKE ASSOCIATES, LLC | $20,000 |
| SOUTHWEST AIRLINES | THE MONDELLO GROUP LLC | $20,000 |
| HUBBARD BROADCASTING | STEPHEN WARD CONSULTING, LLC | $20,000 |
| ISTATION | THE MONDELLO GROUP LLC | undisclosed |
| LUMA ENERGY, LLC | TRUE COMPASS, LLC | undisclosed |
| SANTA FE FARMS, INC DBA ELEMENT6 DYNAMICS | STEPHEN WARD CONSULTING, LLC | undisclosed |
| LOUISIANA ENERGY SERVICES, LLC | STEPHEN WARD CONSULTING, LLC | undisclosed |
| CROSS COUNTRY HEALTHCARE, INC. | MILLER STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| NUCOR CORPORATION | MILLER STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| NEXUS HOSPICE OF THE HIGH DESERT LLC | MILLER STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| TWG CADILLAC FORMULA 1 TEAM HOLDINGS, LLC | MILLER STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| COSTAR GROUP, INC. | MILLER STRATEGIES, LLC | undisclosed |
| PADSPLIT, INC. | CONTINENTAL STRATEGY, LLC | undisclosed |
| AXADVOCACY OBO PUBLIC PROPERTIES LLC | B2G ADVISORY | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Nancy Mace, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
