S.Res. 795 is a resolution that commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, a significant event in U.S. history that took place in 1876. The resolution likely recognizes the historical importance of the battle and honors the memories of those involved, including both Native American tribes and U.S. military forces.
Media coverage has generally praised the resolution for its recognition of a pivotal moment in American history, highlighting the importance of acknowledging the perspectives of Native Americans and the complexities of U.S. history. The resolution is seen as a step towards fostering understanding and reconciliation.
Some media outlets have criticized the resolution as being overly simplistic or insufficient in addressing the broader historical context of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, including the impact on Native American communities. Critics argue that commemorations should also include discussions about the injustices faced by Indigenous peoples.
The bill S.Res. 795 commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, which does not have direct industry overlaps with the top donor industries of sponsor Steve Daines. The lobbying activity in this policy area primarily involves healthcare and community organizations, such as the American College of Clinical Pharmacy with a contribution of $144,981 and Altria Client Services with $40,000. However, these contributions are not directly related to the subject matter of the bill, indicating a low risk of conflict of interest. Voters should note that while there is significant lobbying activity in healthcare, it does not intersect with the historical and commemorative nature of this resolution.
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 Steve Daines, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
