H.R. 10058: Bill to fund summer reading programs at schools serving lunch

AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Aug 18, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 15, 2026.

01 — The Text

What.

The bill establishes a competitive grant program administered by the Department of Education
Grants flow to state library administrative agencies, which award subgrants to local educational agencies
Eligible programs are summer early reading programs held at schools with summer lunch sites
Local educational agencies qualify if their schools have at least 50% of pre-K through grade 3 students reading below grade level (or at risk of reading below grade level) at grade 3
The official summary does not specify the funding amount or program duration

02 — The Stakes

The bill targets summer literacy support to schools in low-income or academically struggling areas, tied to the presence of meal services
The structure requires coordination between state library agencies and local school districts
No documented effects on reading outcomes, participation rates, or cost-effectiveness are provided in the official summary
The summary does not establish whether this program would replace, supplement, or overlap with existing summer reading or nutrition initiatives

03 — The Path

The bill was introduced in the House on August 6, 2026
It was referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce on August 6, 2026
No subsequent committee action or votes have been recorded

Legislative History