Based on data from OpenSecrets, Honeywell International has engaged in significant political contributions and displays concerning revolving door practices, with notable figures in the 2024 contribution cycle and a high percentage of lobbyists transitioning from government positions. These practices raise concerns about the company's influence on democratic processes and its indirect support for authoritarian practices.

Honeywell International Inc. has been awarded a multi-million dollar contract by the U.S. government’s IARPA to develop RASP, a technology designed to anonymize speech in real time. This initiative aims to protect individual speech privacy, thereby reducing the risks associated with surveillance and potential authoritarian misuse of voice data.

A Honeywell engineer's lawsuit over mandatory DEI training underscores the company's commitment to inclusion policies amid allegations of religious discrimination. Despite the claim of bias against faith-based employees, the company's broader strategy appears aligned with progressive anti-discrimination values aimed at protecting marginalized communities.

The Seventh Circuit ruled that Honeywell’s decision to terminate an employee who objected to mandatory DEI training was lawful, reinforcing the company's commitment to anti-discriminatory practices and progressive labor policies.

The presence of a dedicated Political Action Committee indicates that Honeywell International is actively engaging in political contributions. This raises questions from an anti-fascist perspective, as such financial influence can support political actors or policies that may erode democratic norms and enable authoritarian practices.

Honeywell International Inc. has been involved in a prolonged lockout affecting approximately 135 unionized workers at its Illinois uranium conversion plant. The ongoing labor dispute, which began in early August following the expiration of a three-year contract, reflects a repeated pattern of undermining workers' rights and union representation, furthering concerns about the company’s commitment to fair labor practices.

Honeywell International Inc. sent a letter warning unionized employees that they may be locked out if a contract agreement with the Teamsters is not reached by the deadline, raising concerns over the company's labor practices and its impact on worker rights.

Honeywell Norway's due diligence report (covering 1 July 2022 – 31 December 2022) details the company's robust adherence to ethical labor practices and supply chain management under the Transparency Act. The report describes comprehensive human rights policies, strong labor protections, and rigorous supplier risk assessments that reflect a commitment to integrity and compliance.

Honeywell's disclosure explains its political engagement via an employee-funded PAC (HIPAC) and robust lobbying efforts intended to influence legislative and regulatory outcomes. Despite emphasizing a non-partisan stance and compliance with laws, the company’s active lobbying and strategic alignment of its political activities with business interests raise concerns regarding corporate complicity in shaping policies that may undermine democratic accountability.

Honeywell International Inc. released its 2022 Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement outlining robust measures including a comprehensive Human Rights Policy, Code of Business Conduct, and Supplier Code of Business Conduct designed to prevent modern slavery and forced labor within its operations and supply chain. The statement reinforces training, monitoring, and audits to ensure suppliers adhere to ethical labor practices.

Honeywell International Inc. reached a $13 million settlement with the U.S. Department of State over alleged violations of the Arms Export Control Act and ITAR. This settlement raises serious concerns about the company's adherence to ethical business practices and its role in exporting technology that may be used in repressive military applications.

Honeywell International Inc. has contributed nearly $2 million directly to political candidates and parties through its Political Action Committee (HIPAC) and engaged in significant lobbying efforts. This financial involvement, especially during an active election cycle, raises concerns about the company’s potential complicity in supporting authoritarian political agendas.