Summer Meals and Learning Act of 2024

This bill creates a federal grant program to fund 6-week summer reading programs at schools participating in the federal summer lunch program. It targets school districts where at least 50% of pre-K through grade 3 students are reading below grade level or at risk of falling behind. The $5 million annual funding (2025-2029) requires schools to provide library access and literacy activities during the summer, with states distributing funds to eligible districts based on student need. It directly affects school districts meeting the reading criteria and the students they serve in these programs.