The "Open Books, Open Doors Act" aims to expand equitable access to developmentally-appropriate literacy materials, programs, and family engagement in reading, particularly in underserved communities. It establishes a competitive grant program, administered by the Secretary of Education, for qualified applicants such as state and local governments, educational agencies, libraries, and non-profit organizations. These grants are primarily allocated to communities within book deserts , for early screening and intervention for learning disabilities, and for developing promising literacy strategies. Grant funds can be used for diverse activities including establishing new literacy centers, mobile libraries, and book banks, as well as purchasing and transporting qualified literacy materials . Other uses include conducting in-person and digital literacy programs, facilitating community events, implementing universal early screening for learning disabilities, and training educators and parents in evidence-based literacy programs . Applicants must describe community needs, partnerships, outreach to marginalized communities, and a sustainability plan, with a matching requirement that can be waived. The Act mandates interagency collaboration among various federal agencies, including HHS, USDA, and the Institute of Museum and Library Services, to align literacy efforts and share best practices. An interagency working group will be established to support implementation, report to Congress, and develop a national literacy strategy. Furthermore, the bill creates a Federal Clearinghouse on Book Access to identify, collect, and evaluate evidence-based strategies for improving literacy outcomes in book deserts. The Clearinghouse will provide guidance, toolkits, and technical resources to states, educational agencies, and non-profits, ensuring consistency with federal civil rights laws and consulting with literacy experts. The Secretary is also required to submit annual reports to Congress detailing grantee activities, student demographics, assessment data, and the impact on reading enthusiasm. The bill authorizes $100,000,000 for each fiscal year from 2026 through 2031 and includes a rule of construction prohibiting the Secretary from banning or censoring materials or influencing curricular decisions based on political or viewpoint grounds.