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House Bill 6440
119th Congress(2025-2026)
Right to Read Act of 2025
Introduced
Introduced
Introduced in House on Dec 4, 2025
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The bill focuses on amending the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to prioritize effective school libraries, literacy, and digital skills. It defines key terms, expands the "teacher" category to include school librarians, and stresses equitable access to libraries, with a focus on disadvantaged students. It allocates funds for grants, supports digital and information literacy, and emphasizes the role of state-certified school librarians. The Act integrates digital and information literacy into state-funded educational programs and mandates biennial data collection on school libraries. It introduces liability protections for school staff and ensures students' First Amendment rights and non-discrimination laws in school libraries.

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Introduced
Dec 4, 2025
Latest Action
Dec 4, 2025
Origin Chamber
House
Type
Bill
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Bill Number
6440
Congress
119
Policy Area
Education
Education
Primary focus of measure is elementary, secondary, or higher education including special education and matters of academic performance, school administration, teaching, educational costs, and student aid.
Sponsorship by Party
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Pennsylvania
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Washington
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House Votes (0)
Senate Votes (0)
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Summary
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Text (1)
December 4, 2025
Actions (2)
12/04/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.
12/04/2025
Introduced in House
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H.R.6440 119 Right to Read Act of 2025
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