ASSET Act Legislation by Sen. Coons Analyzed
Bill Intros-Senate
Copyright © Targeted News Service, 2026
Copyright © Targeted News Service, 2026
2026-08-07
Bailey Malota
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The ASSET Act, originally introduced by Sen. Christopher A. Coons, D-Delaware, on July 30, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. This legislation aims to eliminate asset limits that currently restrict access to certain federally funded means-tested public assistance programs, such as TANF, SNAP, and LIHEAP, thereby allowing families to save without risking loss of benefits.
The motivation behind the ASSET Act stems from concerns that ex . . .
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The ASSET Act, originally introduced by Sen. Christopher A. Coons, D-Delaware, on July 30, 2026, has been analyzed by the Congressional Research Service. This legislation aims to eliminate asset limits that currently restrict access to certain federally funded means-tested public assistance programs, such as TANF, SNAP, and LIHEAP, thereby allowing families to save without risking loss of benefits.
The motivation behind the ASSET Act stems from concerns that ex . . .
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TARGETED NEWS SERVICE (founded 2004) features non-partisan 'edited journalism' news briefs and information for news organizations, public policy groups and other organizations. For more information contact MYRON STRUCK, editor, editor@targetednews.com, Springfield, Virginia; 703/304-1897; https://targetednews.com