Upward Mobility Act of 2026
Latest action (6 Jan 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
S. 3583, the Upward Mobility Act of 2026, would create a five-year pilot program allowing up to five states to combine federal funding from several existing antipoverty programs into a single "Upward Mobility Grant." Covered programs include SNAP, TANF, child care subsidies, home energy assistance (LIHEAP), certain dislocated-worker services, community development funds, and specified housing assistance programs. Grant amounts would be based on the state's prior funding levels, adjusted for inflation, and paid quarterly. States could request waivers from many federal program rules, though waivers could not affect civil rights protections, health and safety laws, labor standards, immigration-related eligibility restrictions, or certain other protections.
The bill primarily affects state governments, which could apply to run pilot projects, and individuals and families who receive benefits through these federal antipoverty programs, since eligibility, benefit delivery, and program rules could change within participating states. Housing and community development funds directed to specific local entities must continue flowing to those same recipients. States would need to include work requirements, program integrity safeguards, and independent evaluation of outcomes such as employment and earnings.
The bill was introduced in the Senate on January 6, 2026, by Senator Jon Husted and referred to the Senate Committee on Finance. No further action has occurred; committee consideration, potential amendment, and votes in both chambers would be required before it could become law.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on January 6, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S. 3583 do?
- S. 3583, the Upward Mobility Act of 2026, would create a five-year pilot program allowing up to five states to combine federal funding from several existing antipoverty programs into a single "Upward Mobility Grant." Covered programs include SNAP, TANF, child care subsidies, home energy assistance (LIHEAP), certain dislocated-worker services, community development funds, and specified housing assistance programs. Grant amounts would be based on the state's prior funding levels, adjusted for inflation, and paid quarterly. States could request waivers from many federal program rules, though waivers could not affect civil rights protections, health and safety laws, labor standards, immigration-related eligibility restrictions, or certain other protections. The bill primarily affects state governments, which could apply to run pilot projects, and individuals and families who receive benefits through these federal antipoverty programs, since eligibility, benefit delivery, and program rules could change within participating states. Housing and community development funds directed to specific local entities must continue flowing to those same recipients. States would need to include work requirements, program integrity safeguards, and independent evaluation of outcomes such as employment and earnings. The bill was introduced in the Senate on January 6, 2026, by Senator Jon Husted and referred to the Senate Committee on Finance. No further action has occurred; committee consideration, potential amendment, and votes in both chambers would be required before it could become law.
- Has S. 3583 become law?
- Not yet. As of 6 Jan 2026, S. 3583 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 3583?
- S. 3583 was sponsored by Sen. Jon Husted [R-OH] (Republican-OH), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 3583?
- Introduced (6 Jan 2026).
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