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Empowering Young Readers Act: Increasing Book Access for Children

This bill creates a pilot program providing grants to organizations that distribute free books to children and host literacy events. It aims to make reading materials more accessible to families and support local community reading programs.
Key points
Non-profits can receive up to $200,000 to buy and distribute books to youth under age 19.
Funds will support community activities like story times, book fairs, and donations to public libraries.
A total of $10 million is allocated to improve literacy and book availability across local communities.
Grant selection must be viewpoint-neutral, ensuring fair distribution of resources.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7327
Sponsor: Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4]
Process start date: 2026-02-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Empowering Young Readers Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7327.

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 2026-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Non-profits can receive up to $200,000 to buy and distribute books to youth under age 19.
  • Funds will support community activities like story times, book fairs, and donations to public libraries.
  • A total of $10 million is allocated to improve literacy and book availability across local communities.
  • Grant selection must be viewpoint-neutral, ensuring fair distribution of resources.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-02-19.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Education