H.R. 9453 aims to modify the Clean Air Act by ensuring that consumers have a variety of vehicle options, including traditional gasoline-powered vehicles, while also protecting the electric grid from potential regulatory impacts. The bill seeks to limit the extent of regulations imposed under the Clean Air Act, potentially easing restrictions on emissions and vehicle standards.
Supporters of H.R. 9453 argue that the bill promotes consumer freedom by allowing individuals to choose from a wider range of vehicles, including those that are not electric. They claim it helps maintain energy reliability by safeguarding the electric grid from overregulation, which could lead to higher energy costs for consumers.
Critics of H.R. 9453 express concern that the bill undermines efforts to combat climate change by rolling back important air quality regulations. They argue that limiting regulations could lead to increased pollution and harm public health, while also hindering the transition to cleaner energy sources and electric vehicles.
While there are no direct industry overlaps detected between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor's top donor industries, the lobbying activity in the policy area raises some concerns. Notably, Altria Client Services, which is involved in the tobacco industry, has contributed $40,000. This could suggest an interest in preserving consumer choice in a broader sense, potentially aligning with the bill's aim to protect vehicle choice. However, the lack of direct connections to the Clean Air Act amendments indicates that the risk of a conflict of interest is moderate rather than severe. Voters should be aware that while the sponsor may not have direct financial ties to the industries affected by the bill, the influence of lobbyists in related sectors could still play a role in shaping the legislation.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CLINICAL PHARMACY | AMERICAN COLLEGE OF CLINICAL PHARMACY | $144,981 |
| ALTRIA CLIENT SERVICES | MCGUIREWOODS CONSULTING (A SUBSIDIARY OF MCGUIREWOODS LLP) | $40,000 |
| CROHN'S & COLITIS FOUNDATION | CROHN'S & COLITIS FOUNDATION | $40,000 |
| GOTRIANGLE | MCGUIREWOODS CONSULTING (A SUBSIDIARY OF MCGUIREWOODS LLP) | $30,000 |
| AFRICAN AMERICAN ALLIANCE OF CDFI CEOS | MCGUIREWOODS CONSULTING (A SUBSIDIARY OF MCGUIREWOODS LLP) | $20,000 |
| BRISTOL MYERS SQUIBB | ALEXANDER J. BECKLES, L.L.C. | $20,000 |
| CITY OF GLADEWATER, TEXAS | LONE STAR CONSULTING, LLC | $12,000 |
| CITY OF CRANDALL, TEXAS | LONE STAR CONSULTING, LLC | $10,000 |
| CITY OF JUSTIN, TEXAS | LONE STAR CONSULTING, LLC | $10,000 |
| THE LIVINGSTON GROUP ON BEHALF OF INNOVATIVE VACCINE TECHNOLOGIES | MAGILL ASSOCIATES, LLC | undisclosed |
| OPPORTUNITIES INDUSTRIALIZATION CENTER OF AMERICA, INC. | MCGUIREWOODS CONSULTING (A SUBSIDIARY OF MCGUIREWOODS LLP) | undisclosed |
| LUMBEE TRIBE HOLDINGS, INC. | MCGUIREWOODS CONSULTING (A SUBSIDIARY OF MCGUIREWOODS LLP) | undisclosed |
| CITY OF CLEVELAND, TEXAS | LONE STAR CONSULTING, LLC | undisclosed |
| CITY OF RIO HONDO, TEXAS | LONE STAR CONSULTING, LLC | undisclosed |
| HOWARD COUNTY, TEXAS | LONE STAR CONSULTING, LLC | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Andrew Clyde, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
