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RISE Reauthorization Act of 2026
Sponsored By: Representative Figures, Shomari [D-AL-2]
In Committee
Summary
Targets smaller rural communities and boosts economic diversification through a retooled USDA grant program. The Rural Innovation Stronger Economy Reauthorization Act of 2026 revamps the RISE grant program to reach more small towns, reshape selection rules, and increase funding.
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
More rural innovation grants for businesses
If enacted, the bill would authorize $50,000,000 each year for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 for RISE grants. This is an authorization, not a direct appropriation; Congress would still need to fund the program. The Secretary would run the grant program, publish who can apply, and set award criteria. The program would emphasize small rural places under 20,000 people. It would reserve at least 10 percent of each year's funds for places under 10,000 people. The bill would add selection rules to diversify industries and ensure geographic representation. It would also replace statutory "industry cluster" language with clearer phrases like "activities funded with the grant."
Sponsors & CoSponsors
Sponsor
Figures, Shomari [D-AL-2]
AL • D
Cosponsors
Rep. Mannion, John W. [D-NY-22]
NY • D
Sponsored 2/12/2026
Rep. Sewell, Terri A. [D-AL-7]
AL • D
Sponsored 2/12/2026
Rep. Riley, Josh [D-NY-19]
NY • D
Sponsored 3/12/2026
Roll Call Votes
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