The Empowering Young Readers Act of 2026 aims to improve access to books for children by establishing a pilot program that provides grants to eligible organizations. The main objective is to enhance literacy among young readers by ensuring they have access to books and related activities. The key provisions of this act include the creation of a competitive grant program managed by the Secretary of Education. Eligible organizations, which can be non-profit or non-governmental entities, can apply for grants to fund various activities.