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Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Reauthorization Act of 2026

This bill extends and expands the RISE grant program to boost local industries and job creation in rural areas. It ensures that smaller communities have better access to federal funding for economic development and innovation.
Key points
Authorizes $50 million in annual funding for rural grants through 2031.
Prioritizes rural communities with populations under 20,000.
Allocates at least 10% of total grant money specifically to very small towns with fewer than 10,000 residents.
Increases flexibility by supporting a wider variety of local industries instead of just specific industrial clusters.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3861
Sponsor: Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT]
Process start date: 2026-02-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rural Innovation Stronger Economy (RISE) Reauthorization Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3861.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-02-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes $50 million in annual funding for rural grants through 2031.
  • Prioritizes rural communities with populations under 20,000.
  • Allocates at least 10% of total grant money specifically to very small towns with fewer than 10,000 residents.
  • Increases flexibility by supporting a wider variety of local industries instead of just specific industrial clusters.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Welch, Peter [D-VT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-26.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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