What is the current status of HR 7247?

HR 7247 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 7247?

HR 7247 was sponsored by Emanuel Cleaver (D), Rep.

Funds Prison Libraries for Inmates

IntroducedJanuary 27, 2026

Introduced9 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Crime and Law Enforcement

Why This Matters

This bill establishes a program to provide grants for creating and improving libraries in prisons, aiming to support inmate education and reduce recidivism.

If you are an inmate, this bill could provide you with access to library services and educational programs starting in 2027.

Who this affects

incarcerated individuals

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill provides grants to states for creating or improving libraries in prisons.
2The goal is to help inmates gain education and job skills to reduce repeat offenses.
3Eligible states must show a need for library services based on inmate demographics.
4Grant funds can be used for hiring librarians, purchasing books, and offering educational programs.
5The bill prohibits using funds for non-library related expenses like food or transportation.

Read the detailed summary

Prison Libraries Act of 2026This bill directs the Department of Justice to establish a grant program to provide library services for incarcerated individuals.

Read full document

Last changed 1 month ago · checked hourly

Funds Prison Libraries for Inmates

IntroducedJanuary 27, 2026

Introduced9 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Crime and Law Enforcement

Why This Matters

This bill establishes a program to provide grants for creating and improving libraries in prisons, aiming to support inmate education and reduce recidivism.

If you are an inmate, this bill could provide you with access to library services and educational programs starting in 2027.

Who this affects

incarcerated individuals

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill provides grants to states for creating or improving libraries in prisons.
2The goal is to help inmates gain education and job skills to reduce repeat offenses.
3Eligible states must show a need for library services based on inmate demographics.
4Grant funds can be used for hiring librarians, purchasing books, and offering educational programs.
5The bill prohibits using funds for non-library related expenses like food or transportation.

Read the detailed summary

Prison Libraries Act of 2026This bill directs the Department of Justice to establish a grant program to provide library services for incarcerated individuals.

Read full document

Last changed 1 month ago · checked hourly