Bill S. 4851, introduced by Senator John Hoeven on June 22, 2026, aims to amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to provide state assistance for improving soil health and enhancing wildlife habitats. The bill has been read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. ([quiverquant.com](https://www.quiverquant.com/bills/119/s-4851?utm_source=openai))
As of now, there is limited media coverage on Bill S. 4851. However, similar past initiatives have been praised for promoting sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation. Supporters argue that such measures can lead to healthier ecosystems, improved water quality, and long-term agricultural productivity.
Currently, there is little to no media coverage expressing opposition to Bill S. 4851. In general, critics of similar legislation have raised concerns about potential regulatory burdens on farmers, the effectiveness of state-administered programs, and the allocation of federal funds. They may also question whether the proposed measures will yield significant environmental benefits relative to their costs.
The analysis of Bill S. 4851, which aims to amend the Food Security Act of 1985 to establish state assistance for soil health and wildlife habitat, reveals no direct industry overlaps with the sponsor John Hoeven's top donor industries. The lobbying activity in this policy area includes contributions from various organizations, such as OSF Healthcare System ($60,000) and Egan-Jones Ratings Company ($50,000), but these do not directly relate to soil health or wildlife habitat. The absence of direct connections between the bill's subject matter and the sponsor's donors indicates a low risk of conflicts of interest. Voters should be aware that while lobbying exists in the broader agricultural and environmental sectors, the specific interests of the top donors do not appear to influence this legislation significantly.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| OSF HEALTHCARE SYSTEM | OSF HEALTHCARE SYSTEM | $60,000 |
| EGAN-JONES RATINGS COMPANY | INVARIANT LLC | $50,000 |
| GRADIUM MEGA COIN | HARTWELL CAPITOL CONSULTING | $50,000 |
| DRAI HEALTH | HARTWELL CAPITOL CONSULTING | $50,000 |
| VALTHOS INC. | INVARIANT LLC | $40,000 |
| SANDY BAY PARTNERS, LLC | GRACE BAY STRATEGIES, LLC | $20,000 |
| ORGANOGENESIS | DONOVAN STRATEGIES LLC | $15,000 |
| ANTENNA RESEARCH ASSOCIATES | DONOVAN STRATEGIES LLC | $15,000 |
| NETSCOUT | DONOVAN STRATEGIES LLC | $10,000 |
| ALLLIANCE OF MARINE MAMMAL PARKS AND AQUARIUMS | MEA STRATEGIES LLC | undisclosed |
| REGIONAL FISHERIES ENHANCEMENT GROUP COALITION | ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSULTING, LLC | undisclosed |
| JACKSON WALKER LLP ON BEHALF OF SAN MIGUEL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC. | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| ANTHEIA | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| RAILROAD INVESTIGATION PROJECT GROUP | EAGLE 1 RESOURCES, LCC | undisclosed |
| EAGLE 1 RESOURCES, LCC | EAGLE 1 RESOURCES, LCC | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding John Hoeven, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
