Empowering Young Readers Act
Official: Empowering Young Readers Act of 2026
This bill sets up a program to provide funding for organizations that help children access books and improve their reading skills. It aims to support literacy efforts in communities across the country.
1. The bill creates a program to give grants for improving access to books for children. 2. Eligible organizations can apply for up to $200,000 to support book-related activities. 3. Activities can include buying and distributing books, hosting reading events, and donating to libraries. 4. The program aims to help children under 19 years old improve their literacy skills. 5. A report will evaluate the program's impact on literacy rates in the communities served.
Children under 19 years old and families in communities served by eligible organizations.