H.R. 9304 is a bill that aims to make juice the default option provided in certain food packages for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program. This would mean that when eligible participants receive their food benefits, juice would automatically be included unless they choose otherwise.
Supporters of H.R. 9304 argue that making juice the default benefit can encourage healthier beverage choices among children and families participating in the WIC program. They highlight the nutritional benefits of juice, particularly in providing essential vitamins and minerals, which can contribute to better health outcomes for young children.
Critics of H.R. 9304 express concern that defaulting to juice may contribute to increased sugar consumption among children, which could lead to health issues such as obesity and dental problems. Some argue that it may be more beneficial to offer a wider variety of options or to promote whole fruits instead of juice.
The analysis of H.R. 9304, which mandates juice as the default benefit under certain WIC food packages, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor Glenn Thompson's top donor industries. This suggests that there are minimal immediate conflicts of interest related to campaign contributions. Furthermore, while there is significant lobbying activity in the policy area from various firms, the lack of disclosed financial ties to the specific industries involved in the bill indicates that the potential for undue influence is limited. Voters should be aware that while lobbying exists, the absence of direct financial connections to the bill's provisions reduces the likelihood of conflicts arising from sponsor donations.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| WELLS FARGO & COMPANY | RMP STRATEGIES, LLC | $10,000 |
| MANAGED FUNDS ASSOCIATION | RMP STRATEGIES, LLC | $10,000 |
| DISABILITY RIGHTS EDUCATION & DEFENSE INC | DISABILITY RIGHTS EDUCATION & DEFENSE, INC. | $10,000 |
| SAMSARA INC. | CORNERSTONE GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, INC. | undisclosed |
| OTG | PAUL HASTINGS LLP | undisclosed |
| BLOCKQUAKE HOLDINGS LLC | PAUL HASTINGS LLP | undisclosed |
| PAYSAFE MERCHANT SERVICES CORPORATION | PAUL HASTINGS LLP | undisclosed |
| PROOF OF STAKE ALLIANCE | PAUL HASTINGS LLP | undisclosed |
| INTEGRAL COMMUNITIES | PAUL HASTINGS LLP | undisclosed |
| SENTILINK CORP. | PAUL HASTINGS LLP | undisclosed |
| TEMPLUM LLC (FORMERLY KNOWN AS OUISA CAPITAL LLC) | PAUL HASTINGS LLP | undisclosed |
| GLOBAL PRIMEX LLC | PAUL HASTINGS LLP | undisclosed |
| WARRIOR TRADING | PAUL HASTINGS LLP | undisclosed |
| SYNIVERSE TECHNOLOGIES LLC | PAUL HASTINGS LLP | undisclosed |
| SOUTHERN INSTITUTE OF POLICY RESEARCH | SOUTHERN INSTITUTE OF POLICY RESEARCH | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Glenn Thompson, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
