H.Res. 1355 is a resolution that supports designating the week of June 14 through June 21, 2026, as 'National Men's Health Week.' This week is intended to raise awareness about health issues that specifically affect men and encourage men to take care of their health.
Media coverage has generally highlighted the importance of focusing on men's health issues, emphasizing the need for increased awareness and preventive care. Supporters of the resolution have praised it as a step towards addressing health disparities and promoting healthier lifestyles among men.
Some critics argue that designating a specific week for men's health could detract attention from broader health issues affecting all genders. There are concerns that the focus on men's health might overshadow the importance of women's health initiatives and other critical health topics.
The bill H.Res. 1355, which supports the designation of National Men's Health Week, does not show any direct industry overlaps with the sponsor Troy Carter's top donor industries. The lobbying activity related to men's health, while present, does not indicate significant financial influence from the industries that typically engage in lobbying for health-related legislation. The largest contributions come from Paratek Pharmaceuticals ($20,000) and Steelships, LLC ($45,000), but these do not directly correlate with the bill's focus on men's health awareness. Overall, the lack of direct financial ties between the sponsor's donors and the bill's subject matter suggests a low risk of conflict of interest.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| STEELSHIPS, LLC | CONSCIENCE POINT CONSULTING, INC. | $45,000 |
| SAN PASQUAL BAND OF MISSION INDIANS | THE FARLEY GROUP, INC. | $30,000 |
| PARATEK PHARMACEUTICALS | PARATEK PHARMACEUTICALS | $20,000 |
| SAN JUAN SOUTHERN PAIUTE TRIBE | THE FARLEY GROUP, INC. | $15,000 |
| CHURCH ALLIANCE | K&L GATES, LLP | $10,000 |
| GIFDA | RULON & WHITE GOVERNANCE STRATEGIES | $10,000 |
| ASSOCIATION FOR PROFESSIONALS IN INFECTION CONTROL AND EPIDEMIOLOGY | ASSOCIATION FOR PROFESSIONALS IN INFECTION CONTROL AND EPIDEMIOLOGY | undisclosed |
| PHARMATROPHIX, INC. | FGS GLOBAL (US) LLC (FKA FGH HOLDINGS LLC) | undisclosed |
| PGA TOUR, INC. | FGS GLOBAL (US) LLC (FKA FGH HOLDINGS LLC) | undisclosed |
| RESPONSIVE GOV ACTION | THE RABEN GROUP | undisclosed |
| KERECIS | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| BINTI, INC. | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| VERTIV GROUP CORPORATION | AKIN GUMP STRAUSS HAUER & FELD | undisclosed |
| TERRA-GEN, LLC | AKIN GUMP STRAUSS HAUER & FELD | undisclosed |
| PHILIPS | CONTINENTAL STRATEGY, LLC | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Troy Carter, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
