Congress·In Committee·H.R. 7690

Upward Bound: Increasing Student Stipends

Dr. William W. Sullivan TRIO Upward Bound Student Stipend Support Act

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This bill would significantly increase the monthly payments, called stipends, given to students in the Upward Bound program. This program helps high schoolers from low-income families and those whose parents did not graduate from college prepare for and succeed in higher education.
Starting in 2027, the monthly allowance for these students would triple. For most students, the standard monthly payment would go from $60 to $180, while the payment for intensive summer programs would jump from $300 to $900.
The plan also sets a new $300 monthly limit for veterans who are participating in special Upward Bound projects designed specifically to help them transition into college.
To make sure these payments do not lose their value over time, the bill requires the government to raise the stipend amounts every year starting in 2028 to keep up with the rising cost of living.
By increasing this financial support, the goal is to help students cover everyday costs like transportation or school supplies so they can focus on their education instead of financial stress.

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Feb 25, 2026House

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

Feb 25, 2026

Introduced in House

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Dr. William W. Sullivan TRIO Upward Bound Student Stipend Support Act

Bill NumberHR 7690

Congress119th Congress

ChamberHouse of Representatives

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

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