The Leading Education Access for Reentry and Necessary Success (LEARNS) Amendment Act of 2026 is designed to improve educational services for individuals aged 18 and older who are in the custody of the District of Columbia's Department of Corrections. The bill assigns the Department of Corrections the responsibility of providing free appropriate public education to these individuals, mandates evaluations for those not previously assessed for special education services, and ensures that qualified providers deliver educational services. Additionally, it establishes a grievance and service request tracking system to enhance transparency and accountability within the Department.

The legislation also includes amendments to existing laws, such as repealing certain sections of the District of Columbia Municipal Regulations and clarifying provisions related to victims under the age of 18 in the District of Columbia Official Code. It updates deadlines in Section 1507 of the D.C. Official Code, changing specific timelines for compliance to "No later than June 2025" and "No later than July 31, 2026." The bill outlines that its provisions will take effect upon the inclusion of their fiscal impact in an approved budget, with the Chief Financial Officer responsible for certifying this date. Overall, the LEARNS Amendment Act aims to address educational disparities and support the successful reintegration of incarcerated individuals into society.