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Books Save Lives Act Moves Through Congress A federal bill called the Books Save Lives Act is being reviewed by Congress committees in 2026.
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United States House of Representatives
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April 12, 2026
What it means for your household Under $30,000
No impact on your household budget right now. The bill is still being reviewed by Congress and hasn't become law yet.
$30,000-$60,000
No change to your finances at this time. The bill is in early stages and committees are still deciding what it will do.
$60,000-$100,000
Your household won't see any changes yet. The bill needs to pass through committees and more votes before it affects anyone.
Over $100,000
No financial impact on your family currently. The bill is being studied by House committees and hasn't passed into law.
What you can do right now Your voice carries more weight when it comes from the people a policy affects.
Al GreenU.S. Representative, Texas District 9
August PflugerU.S. Representative, Texas District 11
Decisions are made by those who show up. Policies move whether neighbors watch or not. Call the people responsible, show up to the session, or see what else is on the record.
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Added to Community Exchange Apr 12, 2026
Beth Van DuyneU.S. Representative, Texas District 24
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How this connects
The Books Save Lives Act is a federal bill being considered by Congress. In April 2026, the bill was sent to two House committees—Education and Workforce, and the Judiciary—for review. These committees will study how the bill affects their areas and decide whether to support it. When we show up together, our community becomes more connected, more resilient, and more powerful.
