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Summer Meals and Learning: Open School Libraries for Children

This act aims to provide children with access to school libraries and educational activities during the summer, especially those participating in summer meal programs. This will allow children to continue learning and develop reading skills, which can help reduce the educational gap during holidays. The program will support schools where at least half of students in grades pre-kindergarten through 3 are struggling with reading.
Key points
Access to School Libraries: Children in summer meal programs will have access to school libraries and educational activities for at least 6 weeks during the summer.
Reading Support: The program focuses on improving reading skills for young students who are struggling with reading or are at risk of doing so.
Funding: The act authorizes $5 million annually for fiscal years 2023-2027 for grants to State library agencies, which will then provide subgrants to schools.
Community Partnerships: Schools will work with community partners to develop and implement summer early reading programs.
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Print number: 117_HR_8429
Sponsor: Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25]
Process start date: 2022-07-19
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Summer Meals and Learning Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8429.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-19.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Access to School Libraries: Children in summer meal programs will have access to school libraries and educational activities for at least 6 weeks during the summer.
  • Reading Support: The program focuses on improving reading skills for young students who are struggling with reading or are at risk of doing so.
  • Funding: The act authorizes $5 million annually for fiscal years 2023-2027 for grants to State library agencies, which will then provide subgrants to schools.
  • Community Partnerships: Schools will work with community partners to develop and implement summer early reading programs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Morelle, Joseph D. [D-NY-25].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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