Reduce Duplication and Improve Access to Work Act

This bill, titled the "Reduce Duplication and Improve Access to Work Act," proposes to amend the Social Security Act to grant states more flexibility in utilizing federal funds. Specifically, it allows states to transfer a limited amount of funds from the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant program. These transferred funds would be designated for use under Title I of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) , thereby supporting workforce development activities. To ensure proper oversight, states wishing to transfer funds must submit a combined State plan under WIOA to both the Secretary of Health and Human Services and the Secretary of Labor. Additionally, a cap of 15 percent is placed on the portion of transferred funds that can be reserved for statewide workforce investment activities, with the changes taking effect on October 1, 2026.