H.R. 6440 · 119th Congress · 2025–2026
Right to Read Act of 2025
H.R. 6440 in the 119th Congress (2025–2026) was introduced on Dec 4, 2025, sponsored by Adelita S. Grijalva with 33 co-sponsors.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), Donald Trump was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Dec 4, 2025
- Co-sponsors
- 33
- Policy area
- Education
What it does
Right to Read Act of 2025 This bill expands access to school libraries and literacy skills support for elementary and secondary school students. It also outlines certain constitutional rights and liability protections related to school libraries.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Adelita S. Grijalva (D-AZ). Co-sponsors: 33 Democrats.
Where it stands
- IntroducedDec 4, 2025
- Passed the House—
- Passed the Senate—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce. (Dec 4, 2025)
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Committees
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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.
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