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H.R.6949

Upward Mobility Act of 2026

Introduced·1/6/26

Upward Mobility Act of 2026 establishes a pilot program for States to use Upward Mobility Grants for antipoverty programs.

The Upward Mobility Act of 2026 establishes a pilot program allowing States to use Upward Mobility Grants for antipoverty programs. The Act aims to streamline service delivery, reduce inconsistent eligibility requirements, and benefit cliffs through pilot projects promoting antipoverty objectives. States can apply for grants to carry out pilot projects, which must achieve specific antipoverty objectives, including improved employment outcomes and reduced dependence on per-capita direct assistance.

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Current
Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture Committee
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History

May 20

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture.

Jan 6

House

Introduced in House

Jan 6

House

Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Financial Services, Agriculture, Education and Workforce, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.