Establishes a grant program for prison libraries to enhance reintegration, reduce recidivism, and increase educational opportunities.
The Prison Libraries Act of 2026 establishes a grant program for prison libraries to advance reintegration efforts, reduce recidivism, and increase educational opportunities. The Attorney General will award grants to eligible applicants, prioritizing those with plans for tangible, positive, and measurable impact. Grant funds can be used for education and job training, cultural exchange programs, access to computers and the internet, book discussions, language services, audiobooks, eBooks, and more.
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